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A Single Man (2009)

2012-02-07T08:34:00.000-08:00

This one is a movie about gay relationship. However, I consider it as a movie about love. This movie is quite sad and you should not watch it if you do not wish to watch a sad movie.

The Plot: George Falconer (Colin Firth) was a professor who shared a relationship with a young man named Jim. He loved Jim but they broke off. Later, Jim died in a car accident. George became very sad and he began to live alone.

He was heartbroken and he wanted to end his life. He tried many times but could not gather the courage to end his life. In the end, he dies from heart attack.

Why you should watch it: This movie represents the pain of a broken heart and living a lonely life. It can make you sad but it is about what happens really when heart breaks.

Directed by: Tom Ford

Ratatouille (2007)

2012-01-29T10:49:00.000-08:00

If you wish to watch an animation movie then you should watch this one. This flick offers a complete package of entertainment.

The Plot: Remy was a rat who unlike other rats liked humans and wanted to be of some use to the world. He knew how to read and he wanted to be a chef.

Remy reached Paris somehow and there he entered a restaurant. He became friends with a person who used to work as a garbage boy in the restaurant kitchen. Remy helped him in cooking and the garbage boy became a famous chef.

Why you should watch it: Watch this movie for having a good time. This is a movie which would be loved by people from every age group.

Directed by: Brad Bird and Jan Pinkava

A History of Violence (2005)

2012-01-28T11:38:00.000-08:00

The name of this movie is quite apt and it is worth a watch. It is about family, love, violence etc. I would tag it as “worth a watch”.

The Plot: Tom Stall (Viggo Mortensen) used to live with his family in a small town. One night, two killers entered his restaurant and he ended up killing them as it was necessary to save others.

Tom became famous in no time and some people from Philadelphia came to meet him. Those people asked Tom to return to his brother in Philadelphia.

However, Tom was not ready to accept that he had some past. Finally, he had to accept it and go back to his previous life to sort things out.

Why you should watch it: Watch this movie for its gripping storyline. For a lot of time in the beginning, you will keep on wondering whether Tom had a violent past or not.

Directed by: David Cronenberg

Little Miss Sunshine (2006)

2012-01-27T10:33:00.000-08:00

If you wish to watch a movie which is about hardships and fun ways to deal with them then you should watch this one. It is not the best but it is good.

The Plot: Olive was a small girl who wanted to be a beauty queen. She gave her name for the pageant “Little Miss Sunshine”. She was called to California for participating in the beauty contest.

Her family was not so rich but they decided to go with her. They started their journey in a van. A lot of problems came in their way but somehow they reached California.

Why you should watch it: Watch this movie for its message. It has a message that we should never give up. I liked the whole movie but didn’t like the end much. The end could be better.

Directed by: Jonathan Dayton

The Departed (2006)

2012-01-26T10:15:00.000-08:00

If you have not watched this movie then you have missed one of the best movies of Martin Scorsese. This is a perfect movie and I like it.

The Plot: Billy (Leonardo DiCaprio) was planted as an undercover cop in the gang of Irish mafia working in Massachusetts while Colin (Matt Damon) was working for the Massachusetts police department but he was planted there by Irish mafia.

Colin was corrupt while Billy was an honest policeman. Only 2 employees of Massachusetts police department knew that Billy was an undercover cop.

A lot of confusion and tension was created because both police department and the mafia knew they had rats inside them.

Why you should watch it: Watch this movie for its excellent story and the way it has been directed by Martin Scorsese.

This movie is of long duration but it is for a reason. This is a kind of movie which needs to be watched while sticking to the seat.

Directed by: Martin Scorsese

Something Borrowed (2011)

2012-01-25T09:53:00.000-08:00

I saw this movie in the list of those movies which are released in 2011 and worth watching. I enjoyed watching this movie.

The Plot: Rachel (Ginnifer Goodwin) and Darcy (Kate Hudson) were two childhood friends who shared almost everything. Rachel had a crush on Dex (Colin Egglesfield) in college but she was very shy to tell him.

Meanwhile, Darcy stole Dex from her as she was very bold. Darcy and Dex were going to marry when Rachel realized that she loves Dex. The whole thing got complicated when Dex also realized that he loves Rachel and not Darcy.

Why you should watch it: Watch this movie for passing your free time. It has nothing much to offer but it is definitely worth a watch. At least, it will not bore you.

Directed by: Luke Greenfield

Horrible Bosses (2011)

2012-01-24T09:09:00.000-08:00

If you wish to watch a comedy movie then this one is the right choice. I enjoyed watching this movie and I like its humor.

The Plot: Three male friends were having three different jobs and three horrible bosses. They wanted to get rid of them somehow. One day, they decided to kill their bosses.

They decided to kill each other’s bosses so that police do not get any clue about who murdered their bosses. But all three were sweet nothings who never ever killed an insect. However, in the end their problems get solved for good.

Why you should watch it: Watch this movie for its humor. This movie made me laugh and it can make you laugh too. Also, it was good to watch Jennifer Aniston as a horny boss. ;)

Directed by: Seth Gordon

Moneyball (2011)

2012-01-23T13:02:00.000-08:00

What reason other than Brad Pitt, one needs to watch a movie. I watched it because of Brad Pitt and it turned out to be an excellent movie, as expected.

The Plot: Billy Beane (Brad Pitt) was the general manager for Oakland’s baseball team and he wanted to make it the best team of the world.

He hired Peter Brand (Jonah Hill) so that he can help his statistical analysis to know which players should be kept and which not.

Based on his trust on the ideas of Peter; Billy Kept on taking decisions which appeared silly to everyone. However, after a few matches, the Oakland team started winning.

It made a record by winning for 20 consecutive times. Billy was one of the most wanted general managers by then.

Why you should watch it: Watch it for learning why one should never give up and trust on himself/herself. Watch this movie for Brad Pitt’s amazing performance and to know about the real story of Billy Beane.

Directed by: Bennett Miller

The Art of Getting By (2011)

2012-01-18T09:24:00.000-08:00

The name of this movie made me interested in watching it. I really enjoyed watching this movie and it is quite touching.

The Plot: George (Freddie Highmore) was a boy who loved to stay alone and not talk to others much. One day, he meets Sally (Emma Roberts) and they both become very good friends. Sally was very beautiful and George was weird in a way.

George fell in love with Sally but Sally was not so serious for him. It took Sally a lot of time to realize that she also could not live without George.

Why you should watch it: Love, romance, heartbreak, sad songs and a happy ending; this movie has it all which makes it worth watching. The story has been presented in a very touching manner. You will surely like this movie.

Directed by: Gavin Wiesen

Friends with Benefits (2011)

2012-01-11T03:36:00.000-08:00

When Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis come together in a movie named “friends with benefits” then people are bound to get interested. This movie is worth a watch.

The Plot: Dylan (Justin Timberlake) and Jamie (Mila Kunis) met in New York and became friends. They both were dumped recently by their partners. They wanted to have sex but without having any kind of relationship. As they had some understanding on this issue, they carried on with it.

However, as always, love entered their life somehow. They began to feel strongly for each other and it took them some time to sort out things and switch to love making instead of sex.

Why you should watch it: Watch this movie for sexy Mila Kunis. The thing I know about all such movies is that they start with lead characters saying they don’t want to fall in love and they always fall in love.

I think this is what also happens in real life. So, it is acceptable.

Directed by: Will Gluck

Mary and Max (2009)

2011-12-29T10:43:00.000-08:00

Most Of the time, animation movies are humorous. However, this one has a serious story. Based on a true story, this movie has something which touches the heart.

The Plot: Mary was a lonely girl from Australia who found a pen friend in Max, who used to live in New York. Mary and Max began writing letters to each other and a lot of time passed by.

Max was mentally ill and Mary joined University to find out how she can solve his mental problem. It was in the end when Mary gets a chance to finally go to New York to meet Max.

Why you should watch it: We all have felt lonely at one time or the other. Anyone can feel the pain of the characters in this movie. It is not just a movie for entertainment but more than that.

Directed by: Adam Elliot

Up (2009)

2011-12-28T11:23:00.001-08:00

If you like watching animation movies then this one is for you. Though, I don’t like animation movies much but I enjoyed watching this one.

The Plot: Carl and his wife wanted to go on an adventure trip for many years but they could not go. Carl’s wife died and Carl decided to fulfill her dream to set their home at a mysterious and far off place.

Carl tied a large number of air balloons to his house and flew towards that place. The adventure begins as he sets off to his destination in his old age.

Why you should watch it: Watch this movie for its sweet and joyful story. It is about love, adventure and many other things. You would certainly love to watch it.

Directed by: Pete Docter and Bob Peterson

Blow (2001)

2011-12-23T12:46:00.000-08:00

I watched this movie because of Penelope Cruz and Johnny Depp. As expected, it turned out to be a nice movie. I would say that it is worth a watch. It is based on a true story.

The Plot: George Jung (Johnny Depp) was a drug dealer who wanted to live a lavish life. He fell in love with Mirtha (Penelope Cruz) and married her.

George suffered losses in business as he was ditched by his own partners. He left drug business when his daughter was born.

Things turned out to be worse and Mirtha separated from George. George had no money to support his daughter and he was jailed for life when he tried to do drug business again.

Why you should watch it: Watch this movie for the excellent performance by all the actors and for its real story.

The manner in which the story has been presented in interesting. The narrative style makes the movie even better.

Directed by: Ted Demme

Sin City (2005)

2011-12-12T10:05:00.001-08:00

Here is a movie which is quite different with respect to the way it has been presented. If you love action then you must watch this movie.

The Plot: Three different stories are shown one after another. Three different men struggle in the sin city to survive and do the righteous deeds. There was so much corruption that the honest men had to suffer.

Sin city was full of corrupt police officers, prostitutes, untrustworthy people and extraordinary criminals. A few good men try to make the sin city a better place to live at any cost.

Why you should watch it: This movie is made in an extremely stylish manner. The graphical representation is wonderful and unique. It was a pleasure watching this movie. You should watch it to have real entertainment.

Directed by: Frank Miller and Robert Rodriguez

Source Code (2011)

2011-12-07T09:55:00.000-08:00

I wanted to watch this movie for a long time and yesterday I got the chance. I had the exact idea of the story of this movie after watching the trailer. I would say that it has a different story and I enjoyed watching it.

The Plot: Colter Stevens (Jake Gyllenhaal) finds himself in a train where he does not belong and a girl was talking to him as if she knew him. After 8 minutes, the train blows off and Colter finds himself in a strange cabin. He was told that he needs to find the bomber in the train.

Colter keeps on returning to the train till he finds the bomber so that the next attack could be stopped. However, Colter finds some other truths about the “source code” and emotions peep in while the mission goes on. What happens next? Watch the flick to know.

Why you should watch it: Watch this movie for its unique story and nice direction. You would not feel like moving away from the screen while this movie goes on. It is a gripping movie and worth a watch.

Directed by: Duncan Jones

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (2007)

2011-12-05T12:03:00.000-08:00

When I heard the title of this movie, I was unable to picture anything in particular. While watching it, I realized that the title is so apt. This movie is not for you if you wish to see something which can light up your mood or which is about love.

It is for you if you are looking for motivation or something bigger than anything else and that is “We all are moving towards nothing but end and we should make every second count”.

The Plot: This movie is based on the true story of John Dominique, who was the editor of the famous Elle magazine. He unfortunately had a stroke and his whole body was paralyzed.

He could only move his one eye. In that state, he wrote a book named “The Diving Bell and the Butterfly”. He died 10 days after this book was published.

Why you should watch it: Watch this movie for its deep messages. Watch it for the excellent story which is true.

This movie has excellent direction and every moment while watching it, you can feel the pain of John Dominique whom you might even don’t know. I feel that this is a great movie to watch for motivation.

Directed by: Julian Schnabel

The Shawshank Redemption (1994)

2011-12-04T03:02:00.000-08:00

According to me, this is a very motivational movie. Everything about this movie is good. Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins have acted excellently in this movie.

Andy Dufrense (Tim Robbins) was a banker who gets life imprisonment for murdering his wife and her lover. He goes to Shawshank prison. There he starts adjusting himself. He makes friends with Red (Morgan Freeman) and various other inmates.

Andy was very sharp and he used to do office work for the warden. However, he had a lot going in his mind. There comes a time when he gets disappeared from his cell. No one could find him.

Red gets free from prison after serving 40 years in Jail and he knew where he would find his friend Andy. The final scene shows them meeting.

I have seen many prison movies but this one has something very special about it. It is about hope.

The manner in which the story has been narrated by Morgan Freeman is great and heart touching. The dialogues are very well written. If you wish to get motivated then watch this flick.

Directed by: Frank Darabont

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter and Spring (2003)

2011-11-30T12:44:00.000-08:00

I watched this movie because of its interesting name. The movie is good and it delivers a lot in very less dialogues.

A master and his disciple used to live at a secluded place. They followed Buddhism. The master made his son learn a lot of things and rules. The son left the father after he fell in love with a woman.

Later, the son comes and he was sad because all that his father said came out to be true. In the last part of movie, the son has been shown teaching the same things to his son.

This is a very silent kind of movie but it has a lot to offer. Watch this when you want to see a movie which is relaxing and which can preach something.

Directed by: Ki-duk Kim

Oldboy (2003)

2011-11-29T09:48:00.000-08:00

“Extremely violent” is the perfect word for this movie. This movie is about revenge in an extreme manner. It is really worth a watch.

A man is kidnapped and put in prison for 15 years without telling him where he was and what was his fault. In the prison, he prepared himself for killing the person who was doing this to him. He had T.V in prison and food was given daily.

After 15 years, he was freed and he found himself out in the world. The world had changed a lot. He saw other human beings after 15 years. It was time to take revenge but from whom? Watch this movie and find yourself.

I think this is an excellent movie but some people would not like the kind of violence shown in it. However, the violence is appropriately shown. I like this movie.

A movie named “Zinda” was made after copying the story of this movie. “Zinda” movie was released in India and famous Indian actor “Sanjay Dutt” played the lead role in it.

Directed by: Chan-wook Park

Pay it Forward (2000)

2011-11-25T13:15:00.000-08:00

I saw this movie in the list of motivational movies. It is a good movie to watch but you should not expect much from it.

The movie is about a small kid who wants to make the world a better place to live. He thinks about a simple plan to change the world after he gets an assignment from his teacher.

The assignment wanted the kids to think of ideas which can help in making the world a better place to live.

The movie picks up and other people begin to follow the simple plan of the kid. They start paying it forward.

In the end, the kid gets interviewed and numerous people watch him on T.V. However, he gets killed accidentally but his “pay it forward” thing continues.

I was very sleepy when I watched this movie. As it was a bit slow, it made me feel sleepier. One thing I can say is that it is not a great movie. It is just an average movie.

Directed by: Mimi Leder

Patch Adams (1998)

2011-11-08T10:22:00.000-08:00

This movie motivates you, moves your heart and teaches you how to see things differently. Based on a true story, this movie takes you on a ride where you discover the potential of human mind. More than anything else, this movie is about humanity.

Patch Adams (Robin Williams) was suicidal and he admitted himself to Psychiatric ward in a hospital. There he lived many lunatic people. One of the patients motivated him.

He told him how to look for the solution instead of the problem. Now, Patch wanted to help others and be a doctor. He left the hospital.

Patch takes admission in a Medical College at an age when no one could think of it. He was brilliant and topped the class without studying much. He wanted to help the patients by making them happy anyhow.

His ways was not liked by the Dean and he created several problems for Patch. However, Patch was persistent and he opened his own small hospital where he used to treat patients for free.

I loved watching this flick. It is a great movie, I must say. An Indian movie “Munna Bhai M.B.B.S” copied 80% of the story of this flick and it was a big hit in India. Both movies are great but original is original.

This movie can make you laugh, cry and think. Be ready for it.

Directed by: Tom Shadyac

The Whistleblower (2010)

2011-10-29T05:45:00.000-07:00

This is one of the best movies ever made. It is based on the truth of Post-war Bosnia. It must have taken a lot of courage and efforts for the makers of this movie to complete it.

Rachel Weisz has given an impeccable performance in this flick. The reality of post was Bosnia shown in this movie will make your heart cry and shrink.

Kathryn Bolkovac (Rachel Weisz) was an honest police officer. She got an offer to go to Bosnia as a part of peace makers group and she accepted it as the money was very good.

After she reached there, she found out that flesh trade was going in Bosnia and top officials of United Nations were involved in it. She wanted to save the girls but she got fired. She was living in danger.

She somehow managed to escape from Bosnia and revealed all the proofs of the wrong doings going on in Bosnia to the media.

This movie shows the naked truth and tells us that what happens to the war hit countries. If you can see the truth then watch it. Do not expect a fun ride from this movie. It is serious.

Hats off to the team of “The Whistleblower”

Directed by: Larysa Kondracki

Cyrus (2010)

2011-10-28T09:05:00.000-07:00

This movie has nothing much to offer but it is good for one time watch. At least, you will not feel bore while watching this movie.

John (John C. Reilly) was a divorced man who meets a single woman Molly (Marisa Tomei) one night. They both end up in bed and fall in love with each other.

After some days, John finds out that Molly has a 22 year old son. Her son didn’t like him and he did not want her mother’s love to get parted. He did a lot of things to create problems between John and Molly and they got separated.

However, in the end Molly’s son realized his mistake and brought them together once again.

If you are looking for some average movie to pass your time then watch this one.

Directed by: Jay Duplass & Mark Duplass

Last Night (2010)

2011-10-27T09:51:00.000-07:00

The topic which has been raised in this movie has been raised in many other movies but this movie represents the seriousness of infidelity in a unique manner.

Eva Mendes has played the role of a seductress without any effort as she is so stunning. Watching her on screen is a treat for the eyes.

Michael (Sam Worthington) and Joanna (Keira Knightley) were married for 4 years and they loved each other a lot. Joanna accompanied Michael to an office party and there she felt that Michael’s colleague Laura is attracted to him.

They had a fight regarding this but they did make up later. Next day, Michael left for a business trip with Laura and other colleagues. On the morning when he left, Joanna met an old friend whom he used to date in the past.

The whole movie is about the night when Michael was out of city and Joanna was with her ex-date.

All along the movie, the viewers keep on guessing about the next scene and they are proved wrong most of the time.

Then unexpectedly something they have given up on happens. The dialogues of this movie are impeccable. This movie is a must watch for movie buffs.

Directed by: Massy Tadjedin

August Rush (2007)

2011-10-25T10:55:00.000-07:00

This is a motivational movie but I believe that it is more about love. Anyways, it is a good movie to watch though; I find it a bit slow paced.

Evan was a small boy who was left at an orphan house by his grandfather. His father and mother met one night and he was the sign of their love.

They got separated the next day. The father never knew that he had a son and the mother was told that her son was born dead.

Evan was a genius musician since birth and he believed that one day his parents will find him by hearing his music. In the end the much awaited miracle happened and the family met at a musical concert where Evan and her mother were performing.

I was expecting more from this movie but I feel that passion for music/work is secondary focus of this movie. However, it is a nice movie.

Directed by: Kirsten Sheridan

Boy A (2007)

2011-10-24T06:02:00.000-07:00

This movie is about a boy who was released from the prison and was trying to start his life afresh. I like this movie. The pain, challenges and sadness of an ex-convict are shown brilliantly in this movie.

Jack (Andrew Garfield) was released from jail where he went as a child. He went to a new city to start a new life keeping his secret a past. He started a good life.

He picked a job, made friends, fell in love with a girl and embraced life.
However, one day the news about him broke out and all people got to know that he is an ex-prisoner. They all left him and he had to leave the city.

This movie is made on a serious issue and is worth a watch.

Directed by: John Crowley

Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008)

2011-10-21T15:16:00.001-07:00

This is one of the best movies based on break ups. I enjoyed watching this movie a lot and it made me laugh. Also, this is the first movie in which I have seen Russell Brand.

Peter (Jason Segel) was dumped by his long time girlfriend and famous TV show actress Sarah. He was completely heartbroken. To take a break, he went to Hawaii and by chance Sarah was also there with her new boyfriend Aldous (Russell Brand).

Peter falls in love with another girl named Rachel (Mila Kunis) in Hawaii. After some time, Sarah and Aldous broke up and Sarah wanted Peter back in her life but he was in love with Rachel. The movie ends on a happy note.

This is a really nice movie and it will be liked especially by those guys who have been dumped recently.

Directed by: Nicholas Stoller

IP Man (2008)

2011-10-19T10:34:00.000-07:00

If you like action movies and respect Kung Fu then you would love this movie. I like this movie because it has relevant action.

In China, there was a street where the Kung Fu masters and students used to live. IP man was living there with his family. He was the best fighter of all.

People respected him and he was wealthy till the time Japanese invaded china. After invasion, IP man became very poor and he started to do job. In the end, he had to fight for his honor. He fought with grace and won.

This movie is based on a true story. The IP man was the Master/trainer of Bruce Lee. You would definitely love watching this movie.

Directed by: Wilson Yip

4 Months, 3 Weeks & 2 Days (2007)

2011-10-18T10:42:00.000-07:00

The title of this movie made me interested in it. I thought that it will be a different kind of movie but the issue which is raised in this movie is old.

A girl who was pregnant decided to get rid of her baby through abortion. She takes help from her close friend. They took a room on rent and called a person to do abortion.

However, they had to pay some price about which they had never thought. The process was done successfully but this incident changed the lives of both girls forever.

I did not enjoy watching this movie much because the theme of the movie is dull.

Directed by: Cristian Mungiu

Doubt (2008)

2011-10-17T02:41:00.000-07:00

This is not one of those movies which can be enjoyed by everyone. It is a dull kind of movie which shows that people who preach religion are also wrong sometimes.

The principal (Meryl Streep) of a Catholic school develops a doubt for a priest that he had illegitimate relationship with one of the boys. The priest did a lot of things to defend himself but the principal was not convinced.

Finally, the truth came out and priest was found culprit. The principal asked him to get transferred to another school and keep his reputation as nobody else will come to know about what he did.

The title of the movie is quite appropriate and the movie sticks to its theme.

Directed by: John Patrick Shanley

Role Models (2008)

2011-10-16T02:05:00.000-07:00

Do not expect much from this movie. It is nothing but a mere piece for passing your time.

Two men who broke some law were given the punishment of doing social service. They both had to spend some days at a N.G.O. where children without parents used to live.

At first, they both hated it but later they developed a bond with the kids they were spending time with. In the end, they came out as a better person.

This movie is neither too good nor too bad.

Directed by: David Wain

In Bruges (2008)

2011-10-15T01:38:00.000-07:00

If you like Colin Farrell then you should watch this movie. It is about a man who used to kill for money.

Ray (Colin Farrell) was a killer. He worked for money. One day he shot a kid by mistake while shooting one of his targets. His boss was a man of principles and he ordered for the murder of Ray by his own friend.

However, Ray’s friend was unable to do so and he let him go. Things went on and the Boss himself came to Bruges for killing Ray. Watch the movie to see if Ray survives.

Those who love traveling will also like this movie as it tells you a lot about Bruges, which is in Belgium.

Directed by: Martin McDonagh

Gran Torino (2008)

2011-10-14T12:56:00.000-07:00

Presence of “Clint Eastwood” is enough to make this movie worth a watch. I like this movie.

Walt Kowalski (Client Eastwood) had lost his wife and used to live alone in his house. He wanted to stay alone. He befriended his new neighbors and with the passage of time, the whole neighborhood began to love him.

Walt beat up some goons after they created problems for his loving neighbors. In turn, the goons raped a girl. Walt gave them a chance to kill him so that they could be arrested and this happened. Gran Torino was the name of his car and he gave it to the kid who was his neighbor.

Nice story, excellent performances and Clint Eastwood are the high points of this movie.

Directed by: Clint Eastwood

Wall e (2008)

2011-10-12T13:47:00.000-07:00

I generally do not watch sci-fi movies but I watched this one because I heard so much about it. I am glad that I have seen this movie. It is really a very nice piece of work.

Wall e was a robot that used to do work of maintaining garbage on earth which had become a place where humans could not live. Wall e meets a new robot Eve and they both fall in love.

The human beings were living in space for years thinking that they can’t go to earth. Wall e and Eve help the captain of a spaceship to launch the spaceship back to earth so that it can be re-colonized.

This movie has a lot to offer. If you love to watch quality movies then do not miss this one.

Directed by: Andrew Stanton

Happy Go Lucky (2008)

2011-10-11T02:47:00.000-07:00

The world is a cruel place to live in but some people manage to live happily, smile always and spread happiness. However such people do not get in return; what they should. This is a movie about such a girl who had no sorrows. I like this movie.

Poppy (Sally Hawkins) was a primary school teacher and she lived with her friends. She was happy and cheerful by nature. Most people she knew didn’t like her because she was never serious.

However, she was happy the way she was. No matter what kind of place the world was, she only saw positive things. The movie ends on a happy note as Poppy didn’t change for anyone.

If you are one of those people who love to stay happy all the time then you would relate because one time or the other we meet such people who think being happy is also a crime or a luxury to be enjoyed once in a while.

Directed by: Mike Leigh

The Wackness (2008)

2011-10-10T01:21:00.000-07:00

I love such movies in which the lead character starts talking with the viewers from the starting scene. Mostly, such movies are better. This is one such movie and I loved watching it.

Luke Shapiro (Josh Peck) was a drug dealer and he was good in his trade. He had no friends and loved to stay lonely. However, he started feeling the emptiness in life later.

He fell in love with a girl but she was not serious for him. They had sex but when Luke told her that he loved her, she left. Luke was heartbroken but he picks up himself and starts a new life.

Loneliness, friendship, love, sex and sadness and amazing music; this movie has a lot to offer. You should watch this movie.

Directed by: Jonathan Levine

Tyson (2008)

2011-10-09T04:10:00.000-07:00

“Mike Tyson” is a name which speaks for itself. This is a documentary which shows the rise and fall of the boxing legend. If you are a boxing fan, you must watch this.

Legendary boxer Mike Tyson talks about his life. He tells us that how he started, who helped him rise and how boxing became his passion.

We also come to know that it is never easy to be a boxer. Something can be learned from this documentary for sure.

I like this documentary because after watching this I know certain things about Tyson which I didn’t know earlier. You should go for this one.

Directed by: James Toback

Appaloosa (2008)

2011-10-08T08:06:00.000-07:00

If you love cowboy movies in which men with hats are shown performing manly deeds then watch this movie. You will like it.

Two men Cole and Everett take the responsibility of maintaining peace in a small Mexican village “Appaloosa”. However, it was not so easy with the presence of some powerful villains.

Also, Cole falls in love with a new woman who became his weakness. Whether he survived or not? Watch this flick to know.

This movie has all those things which are expected from a movie in which man of Mexico are shown in hats. I like it.

Directed by: Ed Harris

Zack And Miri Make A Porno (2008)

2011-10-07T10:07:00.000-07:00

As the name suggests, this movie is about making a porn movie. I don’t think that you might have seen such a movie before. It is a fantastic movie full of humor, romance, love and friendship.

Zack (Seth Rogen) and Miri (Elizabeth Banks) were childhood friends but they never took each other seriously. They were both broke. They decided to make a porn movie and earn money.

They hired other people and they had to do sex for making a porn clip. When they had sex for the first time, they ended up making love and things got messed up. What happens next? Watch this flick to know.

I really liked this movie because the story is quite new. You also get to know that it is not easy to make even a porn movie let alone normal movies. :p

The Polar Express (2004)

2011-10-06T10:27:00.000-07:00

This is a children movie but everyone can enjoy watching it. If you love the spirit of Christmas and the cheerful atmosphere at the time of Christmas then you will surely love this movie.

A day before Christmas, a small kid was unsure that whether Santa will come to give him a gift at midnight or not.

After he falls asleep, he wakes up by hearing the sound of a train outside his house. The train was called “The Polar Express”.

The conductor asked him to step up on the train and he did so. The train was going to the North Pole to join celebrations of Christmas. At different times, the boy thought that it was all a dream.

Whether it was a dream or not, the boy learned to “believe” and that is most important.

This is an animation movie and you will surely enjoy it.

Directed by: Robert Zemeckis

A Serious Man (2009)

2011-10-05T01:01:00.000-07:00

I didn’t know that this movie has been directed by Coen Brothers. If I had known I would have expected more from it. Anyways, I don’t appreciate this movie. It is just a sad piece without anything to offer.

A man who is about to divorce his wife wants to know the reason for sad things happening in his life. He was not doing very well in his job and his personal life was also going through a bad phase.

He meets various Rabbis to get answers for his questions but he was not satisfied with anyone’s answers. The movie ends when viewers don’t expect it to end.
I would say that one should not waste his time watching this movie.

Directed by: Coen Brothers (Ethan Coen & Joel Coen)

Adventureland (2009)

2011-10-04T02:00:00.000-07:00

It was good to watch “Jesse Eisenberg” after “The Social Network” (…I saw “the social network” first). This movie has nothing new but it is worth a watch.

James (Jesse Eisenberg) wanted to join a good college in New York to pursue Journalism; after passing out from school. However, his family was not well off financially. He picked up a job at an adventure park to earn money.

At work, he meets a girl and falls in love with her. She also loved him. Some problems come up later. However, the movie ends happily.

This movie has nothing much to offer but it is watchable.

Directed by: Greg Mottola

The Informant (2009)

2011-10-03T02:26:00.000-07:00

Based on a true story, this movie is brilliant. The story is quite gripping and some dialogues are so fast that you need to pay attention otherwise you won’t understand them.

Mark Whitacre (Matt Damon) was one of the top executives of an organization. He knew that his organization is doing illegal things. He decides to be an informant to the F.B.I.

Mark thought that he will not suffer as he was doing the right thing. However, he had to go to the jail because he was not on the righteous path himself.

What I liked the most about this movie is the way Mark keeps on communicating with the viewers while the movie goes on.

Directed by: Steven Soderbergh

Bridesmaids (2011)

2011-10-02T02:39:00.001-07:00

I would tag this movie as a “chick flick”. It would be loved by almost all the girls. Guys may find it a good flick for passing time.

Annie (Kristen Wig) was chosen as one of the bridesmaids for her closest friends wedding. Annie was not doing well in her life. She developed jealousy for another bridesmaid who was rich and very beautiful.

They both tried to be the best bridesmaid and Annie did some mad things while competing with the other girl. She messes up her life in all spheres and then one day she decided to fix things.

I watched this movie as it was in the list of good movies of 2011. It is a nice movie to watch.

Directed by: Paul Feig

I Love You, Man (2009)

2011-10-01T00:35:00.000-07:00

The name suggested me that it is a “gay” movie but it is not. Neither it is a love story, it is about male bonding. We all can relate to this movie in one way or the other.

Peter Klaven (Paul Rudd) was going to marry his girlfriend. He was always more comfortable in the company of women. One day, he realized that he does not have any close male friend whom he can invite as a best man on his wedding.

He starts searching for a male friend and he meets one. They both become very good friends but later some problems come up. To find out whether the hard earned friendship worked out or not, watch this flick.

I believe that this movie is a must watch for all males. It makes us realize the value of our male buddies.

Directed by: John Hamburg

World's Greatest Dad (2009)

2011-09-30T01:47:00.000-07:00

From the beginning till the end, I enjoyed watching this movie. It has humor, sadness, desire, love and a lot more to offer. It is simply a great movie.

Lance (Robin Williams) was a teacher and a writer. His son Kyle was a jerk and he had no respect for his father. Lance tried to make his son happy in every possible way but his son was just ungrateful.

One day, Kyle dies suddenly while masturbating in his room. Lance writes a suicide note on his behalf. The note was so deep that it became famous and people became a fan of Kyle. Lance published his journals saying that they were written by Kyle.

Money and fame followed him. However in the end he feels no need of all that. He just kicked all the fame and money for some real people.

If you have not watched this movie then you have missed something great.

Directed by: Bobcat Goldthwait

Moon (2009)

2011-09-28T23:57:00.000-07:00

This is a movie in which there is only a single actor. The story is quite different and it is worth a watch.

Sam Bell (Sam Rockwell) was an astronaut who had a 3 year contract to work in a space station set on moon. He was all alone there. His only companion was a robot.

One day, he finds that he is not alone in his space station. There was his duplicate as well. They both find out that they are clones of original Sam. They decide to go back to earth and let the world know about what does the company exactly does.

I like the way in which a single actor managed to lead the whole movie.

Directed by: Duncan Jones

The Town (2010)

2011-09-28T02:09:00.000-07:00

This is a crime film based on the book "Prince of Thieves". The movie shows the dilemma and consequences of crime as a whole.

The movie is about Doug MacRay (Ben Affleck), James "Jem" Coughlin (Jeremy Renner) and two friends, who are a gang of bank robbers.

While robbing a bank they take the manager, Claire Keesey (Rebecca Hall) as hostage, after releasing her they are worried that she might know their identity.

Doug befriends her in order to find out what she knows and becomes romantically involved with her.

Will he be able to shun the life of a criminal? Watch the movie to find out what happens when you get tangle in the dark web of crime.

Directed by: Ben Affleck

Where the wild things are (2009)

2011-09-27T09:16:00.000-07:00

This is a children movie but I feel that anyone can enjoy watching it. After all, we all were once a kid and fantasized about a different world.

Max was a naughty kid who had no one with whom he could play. His sister and mother were not so interested in his games and his world.

One night, Max runs out of his house away from his mother. He enters the jungle and from there he sits in a boat. This boat takes him to a distant island where different kind of creatures had their own world. Max became their king and then the fun starts.

This is a nice movie. I would say it is worth a watch. Get a break from the reality.

Directed by: Spike Jonze

It’s complicated (2009)

2011-09-26T07:37:00.001-07:00

Sounds like the relationship status of a person on Facebook! Well, this is a movie about a relationship which is really complicated.

Jane (Meryl Streep) and Jake (Alec Baldwin) were divorced. Jake was married to a young lady. Jane and Jake meet while attending the graduation party of their kid. Both struck the right strings once again and ended up in bed.

They decided to keep it like this without any problems which they were used to face when married. Meanwhile, Jane finds a new date i.e. her architect. Jake leaves his new wife for Jane but Jane was not sure about whom to choose out of the two men in her life. Yes, it’s complicated.

This movie is fun to watch. I enjoyed watching this movie and you would too.

Directed by: Nancy Meyers

Armadillo (2010)

2011-09-25T06:28:00.001-07:00

This is a war movie. Watch it if you wish to see how life of army people goes on in Kabul. It has all those things which are expected from a war movie.

A group of Danish soldiers is sent to Kabul for 6 months. There target was to establish peace in the area by pushing the Talibans out of the area where civilians live.

In the effort to do so, several civilians were killed and their property was destroyed almost daily. The movie ends as the group of Danish soldiers return to their home after completing 6 months in Kabul.

This movie has a lot to say. It tells us that it is neither Americans nor terrorists but the Humanity which suffers.

Directed by: Janus Metz Pedersen

The Fighter (2010)

2011-09-24T02:16:00.000-07:00

If you love watching “boxing” movies then pick this one. It is about a real life boxer Micky Ward and his brother who was his trainer. It is worth a watch.

Micky Ward (Mark Wahlberg) was a talented boxer but he was so dependable on his family that he did not make his choices by himself. His brother Dicky (Christian Bale) cared for him and he was also a famous boxer of his time.

Micky parts his ways with his family after he realizes that they are doing no good for him. He gets the support of his father and girlfriend. He starts to win matches again.

However, in the end he realizes that no one can train him better than his brother and the family reunites again. In the end, Micky wins a very crucial fight and he becomes the hero.

This movie is more about the personal problems which Micky Ward faced in his life. You will see that the life of a boxer is not easy. Watching Christian Bale act after a long time was also good.

Directed by: David O.Russell

Waiting for Superman (2010)

2011-09-23T06:20:00.001-07:00

This is not a superman movie. It is a documentary which tells us about the sad state of U.S education system. America is waiting for such people who can save the future of its children.

The documentary reveals that the education system in U.S in not efficient. A large number of teachers are ineffective but they cannot be fired because of “Tenure”. Bad teachers make bad schools.

While some schools are performing very well others are just “Drop out factories”. In order to get their children to the best schools, parents have to rely on luck as lotteries are conducted to choose the students.

The documentary tells us that by the year 2020, there will be 123 million high paying and high skill jobs in U.S but there will be only 50 million eligible candidates in U.S.

Before watching this movie, I thought that U.S education system is one of the best in the whole world but now I know the truth. Every country has its problems even the developed superpowers.

Directed by: Davis Guggenheim

City of God (2002)

2011-09-22T03:23:00.000-07:00

I think this is one of the best gangster movies I have seen. The manner in which the movie has been presented is quite interesting and impressive. It is a must watch for all movie lovers.

The story is narrated by a boy who used to live in the “City of God” where people who had no work came to find land and live. Whole place was full of poor people who were ready to do anything for money.

In such circumstances, Lil Ze, a drug dealer, who grew up there, rose to power and became the god of all gangsters. Meanwhile, the narrator also kept on doing what he wanted. He was away from violence and turned in to a photographer/reporter.

This movie has a lot of violence and gives an insight in to life of gangsters. It is based on a true story. I enjoyed watching every bit of this movie. You should not miss it.

Directed by: Fernando Meirelles & Katia Lund

The Ghost Writer (2010)

2011-09-21T09:12:00.000-07:00

The name of this movie got me interested in it and I also found it in the list of the best movie of 2010. It will be right to say that this is one of the best movies of 2010.

A ghost writer (Ewan McGregor) was hired to write the political memoir of British Prime Minister. The ghost writer had to move on an isolated island to complete the memoir.

While completing the memoir, he found out several secrets which lead to a mysterious state of affairs. He was unable to understand that who is right and who is wrong. Till the end, he was unable to figure out the truth.

You would love this movie if you like movies which have suspense. The climax of this movie is simply wonderful.

Directed by: Roman Polanski

I am Love (2009)

2011-09-20T00:28:00.000-07:00

This movie is based on a tragic love story. It is not so gripping and is somewhat predictable.

A married woman from a rich and respectable business family in Milano falls in love with her friend’s friend who was a chef. The chef used to make unusual delicacies.

When her son comes to know about this affair, he was furious and hurt himself accidentally. Unfortunately, he died. After this, the mother told about her love for other man to her husband and she left the house.

If you are in a mood to watch a tragic love story then watch this one.

Directed by: Luca Guadagnino

Blue Valentine (2010)

2011-09-19T06:36:00.000-07:00

As the name suggests this movie is about love and problems associated with love. I like this movie because the story is presented in a touching manner.

Cindy and Dean were married and they had a child. Dean was a loving husband and father. However, Cindy and Dean used to fight a lot.

Dean loved Cindy madly and he wanted to do something to sort things out. Meanwhile, Cindy goes in the flashback when she first met Dean. Thus, the film goes on in flashback and present.

The name of the movie is apt and the actors have done their job perfectly. This one is definitely worth a watch.

Directed by: Derek Cianfrance

A Prophet (2009)

2011-09-18T04:22:00.000-07:00

Last night, I watched this movie. I would say that it was more or less like all prison movies but the story is presented in a gripping manner.

Malik (Tahar Rahim) was an Arab who was sent to a French prison. There, he needed protection and for this he started to work for Luciani.

Luciani and his friends hated Arabs and treated Mailk like a slave. Later, Malik became the most trusted man of Luciani. Mailk settled himself in a good way and he began to make good money. In the end, he comes out of jail without any regrets.

This movie will tell you how life goes on in a prison and why for some people being inside the prison is not so bad.

Directed by: Jacques Audiard

RED (2010)

2011-09-17T03:43:00.000-07:00

If you love watching action movies with some logic then you should watch this one.

Frank Mosses(Bruce Willis) was a retired CIA agent living a peaceful life until the day he was attacked ruthlessly in an attempt to kill him.

He saved himself and then he was on a mission to know who was after his life. Several secrets were opened in front of him as he discovered who was trying to take his life.

This is a kind of movie which will make you stick to your seat till the end and I liked it.

Directed by: Robert Schwentke

Another Year (2010)

2011-09-16T06:08:00.000-07:00

This is said to be one of the best movies of 2010. I do not think it is a very special movie but it is worth a watch.

This is a story of old people and their emotional problems. Mary was beyond youth but still single. She was disturbed and was still looking for someone. There was another man Ken who was old and lonely.

The only happy people were the old husband and wife who had each other apart from a son. The movie ends in melancholy.

This movie shows the loneliness felt by old people when they know that there time has gone and will never come back. Watch it if you have time and can afford to watch a sad movie with sad ending.

Directed by: Mike Leigh

Love Actually (2003)

2011-09-15T04:27:00.000-07:00

This is a movie revolving around love life of various people. The star cast of this movie makes it worthwhile to watch.

Christmas was coming and 8 men and 8 women were falling in love. This movie is about the love story of 8 couples who were falling in love before Christmas.

I watched this movie because of the star cast. Hugh Grant, Keira Knightley etc. are present in this movie. It is not a very special movie but it is worth a watch.

Directed by: Richard Curtis

Stealing Beauty (1996)

2011-09-14T06:21:00.000-07:00

This is an empty movie. It has nothing to offer. You can do without watching it.

A 19 year old girl Lucy comes to Italy to get her portrait made by the same painter who made the portrait of her mother. Lucy’s mother was a poetess and she was dead.

Lucy doubted that his biological father lives in Italy and she tries to find him out.

I do not know why this movie was even made. It is a useless movie. Too much sex without any reason is shown. Not worth watching. If someone loses his porn clips, this one can work for him.

Directed by: Bernardo Bertolucci

Definitely Maybe (2008)

2011-09-13T02:50:00.000-07:00

As this movie is from the makers of “Notting Hill”, you should watch it. Also, it is really worth a watch. The story is presented in a unique manner.

Will Hayes (Ryan Reynolds) was taking divorce from his wife when his daughter asks him about how he met his mother. She wanted all the details.

Will agrees but he puts a condition that his daughter have to find out who is her mother in the story; out of all the girls.

Then begins a long flashback. Three girls come in to the life of Will before he gets married. However, till the end he was unable to find out that whom he loved by his heart.

After the story finishes, his daughter helps him to find which girl he still wants in his life.

I like this movie. The way in which this movie is presented is nice.

Written & Directed by: Adam Brooks

Under the Tuscan Sun (2003)

2011-09-12T00:37:00.001-07:00

This movie will be especially loved by all women. It is about traveling, love and giving time to life to fix all your worries.

Frances (Diane Lane) was a writer and she got divorced as her husband cheated on her. She had enough money and she decides to go to the Tuscany in Italy for a holiday.

There, she decides to buy a home. It seemed a terrible idea at first but she did it. She hires people to give house the desired shape and she falls in love again with an Italian man.

She becomes friendly with other people and makes a small family for herself. The movie ends happily as all the wishes of Frances are fulfilled after facing many difficult times.

Watch this movie as a traveler or just to relax yourself when you are feeling alone.

Directed by: Audrey Wells

Euro Trip (2004)

2011-09-11T03:39:00.000-07:00

If you wish to watch a comedy travel movie then watch this one. It is really very funny.

Scott Thomas was dumped by his girlfriend and he was sad. He had a mail friend Mieke staying in Berlin but he thought it was a boy. When she asked him to meet through mail, Scott refused bluntly. Mieke then blocked his mails.

When Scott got to know that Mieke is a girl, he decided to go to Berlin to meet her. He was accompanied by his friends. He went to Paris, Amsterdam, England and some other places before he finally reached Berlin.

This movie is definitely worth a watch. It is a happy go lucky type movie. Everything ends perfectly and happily in this movie. Matt Damon is present in this movie only for a song.

Directed by: Jeff Schaffer

Motorcycle Diaries(2004)

2011-09-10T06:28:00.000-07:00

I loved this movie. It excites every traveler to see movies in which travelers just sit on their bike and leave their worries behind them to experience and explore the world. As this movie is based on a true story, it is even more interesting to watch.

Ernesto and Alberto leave their home to begin their long journey on their bike. They wanted to celebrate their coming birthdays after finishing the tour. The journey was supposed to be 5 months long.

As they travel through the Latin America, they meet many people and see misers who were left abandoned in their own countries due to the partitions. They were excellent at mixing with other people.

Later they join a leprosy hospital and become favorites of the staff and patients. They left hospital and continue their journey and get parted only to meet each other after 8 years.

As a traveler I loved this movie because the events shown in the movie are real. While traveling; nothing is sure. You meet accidents, you meet new people, meet complete strangers and become friends, you hear new languages and a lot like that.

Directed by: Walter Salles

Lost in Translation (2003)

2011-09-09T06:13:00.000-07:00

I expected more from this movie but it offered less. Do not expect to get much out of it as far as travel movies are concerned. I would tag this movie as a bit boring.

A movie star named Bob Harris (Bill Murray) comes to Japan for shooting an advertisement for a whiskey brand. He was not happy as he was not fitting in Japan and also he was experiencing hollowness.

On the other hand, there was a newly married girl Charlotte (Scarlett Johansson) who was not so happy with her husband.

They both meet each other and become friends. They develop affection for each other. In the final scene when Harris was leaving Japan, they both share a warm hug and get separated.

This movie is not so good. One can afford to miss this one.

Directed by: Sofia Coppola

The American (2010)

2011-09-08T02:29:00.000-07:00

The American is a thriller film adapted from the novel by the name "A Very Private Gentleman". Though, this thriller movie does not have much thrill to begin with, however it still can be called a good work of art.

Jack (George Clooney) a gun maker and an assassin does not believe in making relationships and will take any measure to keep people out of his life. After a failed attempt on his life, he goes into hiding and ends up in the quite city of Castel del Monte in Italy.

His resolve seems hard to keep as he meets Father Benedetto (Paolo Bonacelli) the local priest and Clara (Violante Placido).

Though the movie is slow paced and seems monotonous at times, it’s the unpredictable climax that makes this film a must see.

Directed by: Anton Corbijn

The Beach (2000)

2011-09-05T05:14:00.000-07:00

Here comes one of the best movies for all those people who love traveling. Every traveler is an explorer in his own way. As a traveler, I am pretty impressed by this movie. I really loved it.

Richard (Leonardo DiCaprio) comes to Bangkok for holiday all alone. He wanted to do something different while traveling, to explore and to have new experiences. A man named Daffy tells him about a segregated beach and hands the map to him.

Richard wanted to take a chance and go to that beach. Two French travelers join him and they begin their journey. They took many risks and found out the beach. It was altogether a different world where a limited number of travelers were living.

Was Richard able to live in the paradise he discovered or not? Watch this movie. A must watch for all the travelers.

Directed by: Danny Boyle

The green mile (1999)

2011-09-04T06:44:00.000-07:00

The story of this movie is quite unusual. When it started I thought it is just based on a man carrying on executions. However, later I realized it has more to it.

Paul Edgecomb (Tom Hanks) was living in an old age house and one day he becomes sad by memorizing his past. He tells his friend about this and the movie goes to flashback.

Paul Edgecomb was the head of executions during the time of depression.
He was kind hearted and behaved well with all prisoners. One day, a big Negro comes to his zone and soon Paul discovers that the Negro has supernatural powers to heal.

Paul himself was treated by the Negro. Paul and his friends began to believe that the Negro had committed no crime. Paul was sad because he had the guilt of carrying on the execution of the Negro as he could not help it.

I feel the movie is good but it is too long. I got tired while watching it.

Directed by: Frank Darabont

Scarface (1983)

2011-09-03T00:53:00.000-07:00

Scarface is a crime drama film and a remake of the 1932 film of the same name. The movie has become a cultural icon by inspiring clothing, poster and other references; and has also gathered a cult following since its release.

The movie is about rise and fall of crime lord Tony Montana (Al Pacino), who came to America as a Cuban refugee. His rise, which starts with an assassination, gains him an American green card and follows him around as he paves his way to become the kingpin in his area and later a big crime figure.

The film has generated the same amount of acclaim and controversy, and is well known for show of violence and use of explicit language. Also, the movie boasts of brilliant performance by the lead actor and makes it a must see.

Directed by: Brian De Palma

Leon The Professional (1993)

2011-08-29T01:43:00.000-07:00

This is a movie about a contract killer. Do not think that this movie is all about action and blood. Rather, it is about love.

Leon (Jean Reno) is a professional contract killer and he works for money. One day, he saves a girl named Mathilda (Natalie Portman) from some murderers. However, they killed all the family members of the girl. Now the girl was left with him. She also wanted to be a killer to take revenge.

Leon agreed to take her with him after some hesitation. Leon teaches her how to shoot and kill. They both fell in love with each other but kept distance because the girl was not even an adult. Watch this flick to know whether the girl takes her revenge or not.

I like this movie because it is based on an unusual plot. You can even sit and watch this movie with your family. It has no odd scenes at all.

Directed by: Luc Besson

The Visitor (2007)

2011-08-28T06:09:00.000-07:00

This one is a simple and lovely movie based on human relationships. There is no extent to which a human being would like to go for another human being if he has found some connection in between.

Walter (Richard Jenkins) was an old professor whose wife was dead. He used to live alone and he was an introvert. He loved music and wanted to learn piano. Walter goes to his old apartment in New York one day for some work and he finds that a couple who does not belong to New York was living in his apartment.

The couple was ready to move out when they find it was his apartment but Walter let them stay. Tarek, whom he allowed to live there used to play drums and he taught Walter how to play.

Walter got attached to Tarek and his girlfriend and took them as family. One day Tarek was arrested because he was an illegal immigrant in New York. Rest of the movie is how Walter tries to help him.

Watch this movie when you wish to see a movie which is not about heavy issues. It is just a beautiful movie about human emotions and relationships.

Written & Directed By: Tom McCarthy

A simple plan (1998)

2011-08-27T08:17:00.000-07:00

This is another movie which can change the level of importance of money for you. Money brings happiness but it brings problems too especially when the money do not belong to you.

Hank (Bill Paxton) was a happy man who lived with his wife and a baby. One day, he was passing by a forest in a car with his brother and a friend. There, they find a crashed plane with a bag full of money in it.

They decide to tell no one and divide the money among them when they are sure that there is no danger. Seemed like a simple plan!!!

However, problems started to occur because each of them did not trust each other and everyone wanted to have the money as soon as possible. Police also got involved when the plane was found.

So, who gets the money in the end and whoever gets it, was he happy?

Watch this movie to find answers to these questions. I think this movie is a bit long i.e. 2 hours.

Directed by: Sam Raimi

Carlito’s Way (1993)

2011-08-26T09:23:00.000-07:00

Carlito’s Way is crime film based on two novels about the same character. The movie that has developed a cult following since its release and is definitely one of the top ten thriller movies ever made.

The movie is about Carlito Brigante (Al Pacino) who after getting out of prison with the help of his lawyer and friend Dave Kleinfeld (Sean Penn); decides to leave his previous life as a criminal and lead a normal life with his girl friend Gail (Penelope Ann Miller). However it seems that no matter how hard he tries his past life keeps on trailing him.

The movie is a must watch as it has something for everyone. Watch and find out why Brian De Palma is called the ‘Master of Macabre’.

Directed by: Brian De Palma

The Truman Show (1998)

2011-08-25T07:41:00.000-07:00

This is another great movie starring Jim Carrey. In the starting, I was not able to follow it for a few minutes. Then, I got it. It’s a very different kind of movie with an unusual plot.

Truman Burbank (Jim Carrey) is living a happy life in his city with a family and a job. However, he does not know that his life is constantly displayed over the television. All was well till Truman realized that someone is watching him always and everyone was included in the plan set for him.

The Truman show was watched by millions of people all over the world. Finally, Truman decides to escape the city in which he lived. That city was made only for him and everything was controlled.

Except Truman, all others living in the city were actors. Truman frees himself in the end by escaping the city.

Watch this movie for its extraordinary story and the performance given by Jim Carrey.

Directed by: Peter Weir

I love you Phillip Morris (2009)

2011-08-24T05:28:00.000-07:00

When I heard that this movie is about a gay chasing another gay, I thought that it will not be a very good movie. However, after watching this movie, I would say that this is one of the best movies I have seen.

It makes no difference that the love story is of 2 gays. The manner in which the movie is presented is wonderful.

Steven Russell (Jim Carrey) was a happy man who had a family till the time he told them that he is gay. Being gay was an expensive affair for Steven. From a policeman, he became a conman. Quite a change!!

Like many others, he had to go to the jail. In the prison, he met the love of his life, Phillip Morris (Ewan McGregor). Both fell in love with each other in a short span of time. Steven wanted to be settled and give all the happiness to Phillip. However, his ways were not right.

What more? Steven got AIDS and he was about to die in the end and Phillip was not on his side at that time. So, what happens? Does the story end happily or not? Watch this great flick to get your answers.

Take my words, this is a great movie and you should watch it.

Directed by: Glen Ficarra & John Requa

Millions (2004)

2011-08-23T09:44:00.000-07:00

This is a sweet movie in which the main role is played by a kid. The story is simple with not so many twists and turns. For people, who think money is everything; this movie can bring some new perspectives.

A small kid who used to live in his own world of saints finds a bag full of money one day. He thinks that god has sent that bag to him. He tells his brother about this. They keep this a secret and count the money. It was a lot. They start spending the money the way they want.

The small kid loved to do charity and he started giving money to needy and poor people. Later, it is found that the bag of money fell down near the kid accidentally.

It was stolen money. How the conscience of people related to the money changed over time; is shown.

This movie renders a good message to the viewers. Directed by Danny Boyle, it is a good one to watch.

Traffic (2000)

2011-08-22T06:58:00.000-07:00

This is a movie about the drug trade and its effects on the lives of people. If you wish to see that how a lot of people are struggling for stopping the drug trade then watch it.

Robert Wakefield (Michael Douglas) was appointed in U.S for dealing with the drug traffic. He wanted to take some concrete steps. However, his own daughter was a drug addict. He got to know about this later.

There were many people who were in the long chain of drug trade and each one of them was trying to fill his pockets. Some corrupt people from Mexico were also involved in supplying drugs illegally to U.S.

Whether Robert gets success in curbing the drug trade or not? Watch this movie to know this.

I like this movie because it shows things as they are. You do not get to see some fairy tale; you get to see the naked dirty truth. For Catherine Zeta Jones lovers, it is also a good movie as she has performed well in this flick.

Directed by: Steven Soderbergh

High Fidelity (2000)

2011-08-21T02:05:00.000-07:00

I think this is one of the best movies which are made for the guys who have experienced troubles in a number of their relationships. The movie deals with this serious series of break ups in a comic way.

Rob Gordon (John Cusack) is a guy who runs a record store and he has been recently dumped by his girlfriend. So, what went wrong? This was the question which was bothering Rob. He wanted to know that why he had never been able to maintain stability with any of his girlfriends.

What could he do to find the answer? He decided to contact them one by one and ask them in a straight manner. He did find the answer and gets a permanent solution because his last girlfriend also wanted to come back in to his life. Finally, he got his answer and peace.

I loved the way John Cusack introduced his past girl friends to the viewers while the movie goes on. All along the movie, he talks with us. A must for your collection, I would say.

Directed by: Stephen Frears

Man on wire (2008)

2011-08-20T10:04:00.000-07:00

I would say that this is a kind of movie which can really change anyone’s life. It is a documentary movie and one of the best, I have seen so far.

This is an amazingly motivating movie. Watch it when you feel the urge to get motivated or before starting anything which seems impossible.

The movie is a documentary movie which tells us that how Philippe Petit, a wire walker made his dream a reality. His dream was to walk on a wire which is set up on the roofs of Twin Towers of World Trade Center. It was in the year 1974 that he did this “supposed to be Impossible” activity.

Truth is something stranger than fiction and mightier as well. This movie is not about the imaginary heroes and characters. It is about a true man who did what he wanted.

The passion of Philippe for his dream and the cost which he was ready to pay to make it true; is worth a watch.

Directed by: James Marsh

Couples Retreat (2009)

2011-08-19T03:54:00.000-07:00

Couples retreat is a comedy movie that has a few laughs, not so interesting storyline and was panned down by critics.

The movie is about four couples Dave and Ronnie (Vince Vaughn, Malin Akerman), Joey and Lucy (Jon Favreau, Kristin Davis), Jason and Cynthia (Jason Bateman, Kristen Bell) and Shane and his girlfriend Tin early twenties, Rudy (Faizon Love, Kali Hawk).

They all are facing troubles in their respective relationships and decide to go on a vacation together to renew their bonds. They go to a resort name ‘Eden’ where they are forced to go through a weird couple’s therapy designed by the resort specialists.

The movie is for off-screen couples to learn something from the mistakes of the onscreen couples, so that they can escape those relationship landmines.

Directed by: Peter Billingsley

Confessions of a dangerous mind (2002)

2011-08-15T02:16:00.000-07:00

I wanted to see this movie for a long time and I finally watched it. As I expected, it is a different kind of movie. The way of presenting the story is also very good.

George Clooney is the high point of this movie; apart from an entertaining story. Brad Pitt is there in just one scene with no dialogue.

The story is about Dick Clark (Dick Clark), a man who narrates his story to the viewers. He tells them that what he actually did in his past. He chased numerous girls, entered the show business and became a secret agent with CIA.

First, he enjoyed his work a lot but later he became depressed and restricted himself to a hotel room in which he was writing his life story.

Quite unexpectedly, he comes out of his room and settles the issues he had in his CIA job. He entered the show business again and married his long time girlfriend Penny (Drew Barrymore).

Apart from a strong plot; the big stars like Julia Roberts, George Clooney and Drew Barrymore makes this movie even more interesting.

Directed by: George Clooney

There will be blood (2007)

2011-08-13T09:16:00.000-07:00

The name of this movie suggests that there is a lot of violence in it. However, it is not so. This movie is neither too good nor bad for one time watch.

An oilman Daniel Plainview (Daniel Day Lewis) followed his dream and passion to become one of the biggest oilmen of the world. He was ready to put everything at stake for achieving his dream. He had a son who became deaf after an accident occurred at an oil site.

Daniel was a greedy and hateful person. He just loved himself and his own ways. He hated others who despised him in any way. He knew how to get his work done by hook or crook. In the end, he becomes very rich and his son leaves him. The movie ends as he kills a priest whom he knew for a long time.

What I liked most about this movie is that it is focused on one thing i.e. the passion and dream of Daniel for digging oil. No matter what he did, he achieved his dream as he put a lot of hard work and mind to it.

Directed by: Paul Thomas Anderson

Lives of Others (2006)

2011-08-12T04:08:00.000-07:00

I watched whole of this movie in another language but understood because of English subtitles. In the starting for around 30 minutes, I was feeling that it is not my kind of movie but later on I realized that it is good.

An officer who used to work for socialist party in Germany was appointed to spy on a famous writer. At that time, writers had no liberty. Everything was decided by the socialists.

This officer found that the writer was right on his place and the officer decided to deceive his superiors by not telling them about the plans of the writer.
He saved the writer till the end but in the end he was caught himself.

His superiors limited him to a low job in which he had to send mails sitting on a table. In the end, the writer comes up with his new book when the socialist party comes down.

The book was dedicated to the same officer because the writer found out that he was saved by that officer.

This movie is a bit long i.e. more than 2 hours but you will like it. I like the final scene which is very simple yet striking.

Directed by: Florian Henckel Von Donnersmarck

Unleashed (2005)

2011-08-11T02:43:00.000-07:00

This is the first movie starring Jet Li, which I have seen and I found it pretty good. The story and direction; both are flawless.

Danny (Jet Li) was an excellent fighter and he served a gangster as a slave. He was treated just like a dog. One day, Danny’s boss is attacked by his rivals and Danny got a chance to escape.

Danny knew a pianist Sam (Morgan Freeman) and he straightaway went to meet him.
Sam used to live with her adopted daughter Victoria and Danny joined them as a family.

They started living happily until Danny’s master found his whereabouts.
Was Danny dragged in to his previous life by his master or not? To know this, watch this flick.

This movie will be liked by everyone especially those who love action and music.

Directed by: Louis Leterrier

A Beautiful Mind (2001)

2011-08-10T07:15:00.000-07:00

This movie is as beautiful as its name. It is the story of a real life mathematician. Inspired from real life, the story is very good.

John Nash (Russell Crowe) was a mathematician who loved to live alone. He did not like to be defeated and he did not have many friends. He found out some governing dynamics that were published in his college paper and he got placed.

He began to work for secret Military services for his country by breaking codes for them. He could not tell about his secret work to anyone else. First, he enjoyed it but later many problems entered his life because of this.

It was his wife and friends who helped him to face the biggest challenges of his life and return back to a normal life to get Nobel Prize in his old age.

Watch this movie and you will love it for sure.

Directed by: Ron Howard

Evan Almighty (2007)

2011-08-09T02:55:00.000-07:00

I saw this movie because of Morgan Freeman and it disappointed me. The story is predictable and not so gripping.

Evan Baxter is a congressman and he wishes to change the world. He meets god one day and he orders him to make an ark. Evan was hesitant at first but later he realized that he has to do it.

People thought that he is mad. God told him that the ark should be made soon because a flood will be coming.

Whether Evan was mad or he was right? Whether the flood really comes or not?
To get these answers, watch this movie.

I do not like this movie much because I expected more from it but received very less from it.

Directed by: Tom Shadyac

Ocean’s Thirteen (2007)

2011-08-08T06:22:00.000-07:00

Ocean’s Thirteen is the third and final film in the heist thriller Ocean’s series. The makers have truly outdone themselves while making this movie.

In this part Danny Ocean (George Clooney) and the gang Rusty Ryan (Brad Pitt), Reuben Tishkoff (Elliott Gould), Virgil Malloy (Casey Affleck), Turk Malloy (Scott Caan), Livingston Dell (Eddie Jemison), Basher Tarr (Don Cheadle), "The Amazing" Yen, Saul Bloom and Linus Caldwell (Matt Damon) decide to sabotage the ruthless business man Willy Bank (Al Pacino) to get retribution for Reuben who suffers a heart attack after being ditched by Bank in a business deal.

Al Pacino has once again shown why he is worshipped and idolized by every aspiring and successful actor worldwide. Power packed performances and a flawless story has made this movie a must watch.

Directed by: Steven Soderbergh

Ocean’s Twelve (2004)

2011-08-07T02:14:00.000-07:00

Ocean’s Twelve is the second installment in the heist thriller Ocean’s trilogy. Though the movie projects the old characters in new light; it fails to attract attention as the screenplay should have been more refined.

Danny Ocean (George Clooney) and the gang Rusty Ryan (Brad Pitt), Reuben Tishkoff (Elliott Gould), Virgil Malloy (Casey Affleck), Turk Malloy (Scott Caan), Livingston Dell (Eddie Jemison), Basher Tarr (Don Cheadle), "The Amazing" Yen, Saul Bloom and Linus Caldwell (Matt Damon) is rounded up by Terry Benedict (Andy Garcia) who now wants retribution.

The gang has to arrange for the stolen $150 million with $38 million in interest. In the process they also have to prove that they are the biggest con men in the world.

Unlike the previous part this movie is a onetime watch as the story and screenplay is very loose. The team of makers tries to keep so much under wraps that when the mystery is revealed it fails to surprise.

Directed by Steven Soderbergh

Ocean’s Eleven (2001)

2011-08-06T03:19:00.000-07:00

Ocean’s Eleven is a heist thriller film that boasts of a high profile star cast. An enjoyable movie with an unpredictable storyline is what defines this movie.

After being released from prison Danny Ocean (George Clooney) plans one of the biggest heists in con history, to rob three high profile Las Vegas Casino’s in one night.

He reunites with his old friends and accomplices Rusty Ryan (Brad Pitt), financer of the heist Reuben Tishkoff (Elliott Gould), Virgil Malloy (Casey Affleck), Turk Malloy (Scott Caan), Livingston Dell (Eddie Jemison), Basher Tarr (Don Cheadle), "The Amazing" Yen, Saul Bloom and Linus Caldwell (Matt Damon).

The plot gets complicated as they find out that Ocean’s ex-wife Tess (Julia Roberts) is the current girl friend of the casino owner Terry Benedict (Andy García).

The movie is a great beginning to the trilogy and you will definitely have to watch the movie twice in order to unfold the story and the heist.

Directed by: Steven Soderbergh

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 (2011)

2011-08-05T06:16:00.000-07:00

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 is the last film in the Harry Potter series. As the epic comes to an end this movie leaves no loose ends and offers complete closure.

In this part Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) accompanied by his two best friends Ron (Rupert Grint) and Hermione (Emma Watson) is hell bent on seeing the end of Lord Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes).

To do so they must find all the Horcruxes and destroy them. The difficulty is that these are not only hard to find but also very well guarded. Harry also has to learn some unusual and troubling secrets as they get near the end of their search.

As mentioned earlier, this sequel has all the answers and leaves nothing to imagination.

Join Harry and the gang as they try with all their might to do something that others have termed impossible.

Directed by: David Yates

Donnie Darko (2001)

2011-08-04T03:20:00.000-07:00

First things first, this movie is not supposed to be understood and loved by everyone. However, if you will understand it, you will surely love it. I loved it.

Donnie Darko(Jake Gyllenhaal) is a teenage boy who has some mental troubles. He sleepwalks and talks to his imaginary friend, Frank. His family was worried about him and they were doing all they could for making his condition better.

Donnie became interested in time travel by hearing what his imaginary friend Frank used to tell him.

Donnie used to have appointments with the Psychiatrist. He was living in a world of his own. Till you watch the end, you do not know what's really going on with Donnie. Is he really mad or he is the person who is going to change the future.

If you do not like this movie is the starting then do not leave it in the middle. After sometime, you will start liking this movie. The end makes this movie an impeccable piece of art.

Written & Directed by: Richard kelly

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Taking Lives (2004)

2011-08-03T03:10:00.000-07:00

Taking Lives is an American Psychological Thriller based on a novel of the same name. The movie undoubtedly qualifies as one of the best thriller films ever made.

Illeana Scott (Angelina Jolie), a celebrated FBI agent, is brought in to help the Canadian Police in investigating a Serial Killer named Asher, who doesn’t only kill people but also steals their identity.

She meets James Costa (Ethan Hawke) who is the witness to latest murder that Asher has committed. Costa offers to help by drawing a sketch of Asher saying that he is an art dealer.

As the investigation moves forward Illeana can no longer determine who is telling the truth and who is lying.

The movie will definitely make you hold your breath as it progresses towards the climax and when it is over you will want to watch it again.

Unpredictability is what defines this movie which has lot of twists and also a chilling climax.

Directed by: D.J. Caruso

Lucky number slevin (2006)

2011-08-02T01:52:00.000-07:00

Here comes a movie which needs your full attention otherwise you would not be able to keep up with the pace with which this flick goes on.

You would love the storyline definitely and love to watch the movie till the end.

A man named Slevin (Josh Hartnett) comes to his friend Nick’s apartment and he finds that Nick is absconding. Some gangsters come and take him to their boss as they mistake him for Nick.

The gangsters are not ready to accept that he is not Nick and they ask him to do some work for them. Another gangster also picked him up and asked for the money Nick owed to him.

Now, Slevin finds him in the middle of a big mess. Rest of the movie is how Slevin copes up with the situation.

Believe me, this movie has more than what meets the eye. Go for it.

Directed by: Paul McGuigan

An unfinished life (2005)

2011-08-01T09:06:00.000-07:00

While searching for the best movies of Morgan Freeman, I came across this one. Having Jennifer Lopez in this movie makes it even better. I also like the story of this flick.

A girl (Jennifer Lopez) comes back to her father in law after years. Her husband was dead and the father in law blamed her for his death.

The girl also had a daughter. As they had no place to live, they began to live in the father in law’s house. The father in law was a good man and after sometime he realizes that her daughter in law is not responsible for the death of his son.

The movie ends on a happy note as the family reunites emotionally.

If you wish to watch a movie which is not so fast and have something related to human relations to offer; then watch this movie.

Directed by: Lasse Hallstorm

Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005)

2011-07-31T10:36:00.000-07:00

Mr. & Mrs. Smith is a romantic action comedy with an interesting storyline. High end digitally crafted sequences, Brad Pitt’s charm and Angelina Jolie’s beauty makes this film a superb entertainer.

John and Jane Smith (Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie) is a bored couple seeking counseling in order to revive their marriage. Unknown to each others identities, they both work as assassins for two different agencies.

Trouble begins when their paths cross as they both are assigned to kill Benjamin "The Tank" Danz (Adam Brody). After discovering their true identity both are hell bent on killing each other. Problem is that they can’t as they discover their love for each other.

The movie will surely tickle some funny bones and keep you glued to the screen until the end, especially those who are married. Apart from the chemistry between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie; well directed action sequences are going to turn some heads.

Directed by: Doug Liman

Megamind (2010)

2011-07-30T09:44:00.000-07:00

Megamind is an animated superhero comedy movie that takes you on a roller coaster ride as the perpetual villain transforms into a hero.

Due to destruction of their own planets Metroman (Brad Pitt) and Megamind (Will Ferrell) both find their second home in the fictional Metro City on earth.

Metroman with his incredible super powers becomes the hero and Megamind on the other hand assumes the role of the conventional villain with his incredible intelligence.

After years of fighting each other ultimately Megamind is able to defeat Metroman and take over the city. After a few days of running rampant through the streets Megamind becomes sad and decides to create a hero.

In the process he becomes close to Roxanne Ritchi (Tina Fey) disguised as Bernard. All hell breaks loose as his created superhero Titan (Jonah Hill) turns bad and now Megamind has to stop him from destroying the city.

Apart from good direction, powerful and perfect star cast; the film also has a very unpredictable storyline. Very entertaining and definitely a must watch.

Directed by: Tom McGrath

The Constant Gardener (2005)

2011-07-29T08:40:00.000-07:00

The Constant Gardener is a gut hitting drama that shows the undaunted spirit of love and leaves you questioning the morals of humanity at the same time. Powerful performances from the leads and gripping direction makes this film a must see.

The movie revolves around the life of a British diplomat Justin Quayle (Ralph Fiennes) who is posted in Kenya. An unexpected encounter with a social activist Tessa (Rachel Weisz) results in their impulsive love affair and marriage after which Tessa convinces Justin to take her to Kenya with him.

Few months later, Tessa gets murdered and Justin decides to get to the bottom of the matter, only to realize that he is up against a fortune five hundred pharmaceutical company testing a drug in Kenya and some big shots in the British Government.

The director has truly been able to portray Africa and its unadulterated beauty in every form. Watch the film for the spine chilling mystery, the brutal truth about African countries and some high powered dose of emotions that will shake every nerve in your body.

Directed by: Fernando Meirelles

Bicycle Thieves (1948)

2011-07-28T10:39:00.000-07:00

If cinema was ever an art, Bicycle thief is the purest form of it.
The simplicity of movie will touch you so deep inside that it will become a part of you as an everlasting inspiration.

It is a story about a young man who gets a job in the time when being employed was a luxury that not everyone can afford.

His happiness was short lived as his bicycle which was vital for his job was stolen on his first day of work.

The film mainly focus on his quest to find his stolen bicycle, with the underlying story about the relationship between the father and the son over background of poverty and unemployment in post war Italy.

The best part of the movie is that it never tries too hard to make an impression.
Watch Bicycle thief to get absorbed by the beauty of it simplicity.
It is truly a landmark film and its influence is undeniable.

Directed by: Vittorio De Sica