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Virata Parvam --

I think the movie's pretty decent. Sai Pallavi is stellar in her role. Really felt bad for the gruesome thrashing Vennela underwent by the police after she retaliated against the police. The concept of how Vennela fell for Ravi based on his action and only continues to seek his company. Man, Vennela was shot by Ravi because 2 of his aides were suspicious of her method and him blindly trusting them.

Originally posted by: KabutarHoled20

Virata Parvam --

I think the movie's pretty decent. Sai Pallavi is stellar in her role. Really felt bad for the gruesome thrashing Vennela underwent by the police after she retaliated against the police. The concept of how Vennela fell for Ravi based on his action and only continues to seek his company. Man, Vennela was shot by Ravi because 2 of his aides were suspicious of her method and him blindly trusting them.

this is based on a real life incident of a lady called sarala I think, she was also killed, happened in Warangal during peak of naxal movement, the director is from there

Sins of the Mother- Netflix documentary

The documentary charts the tragic events that led to the death of two children and two more persons because of the misguided religious zeal of a mother and her paramour. The events depict an intertwining of suspicious deaths, apocalyptic beliefs and narcissism leading to a tragedy beyond belief. I hadn't heard of this case before and it was quite an eye-opener.

Anyone interested in the case can see the details below:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killings_of_Tylee_Ryan_and_J._J._Vallow

The Sandman

I loved the second half of the series more ❤️

Vacation

A breezy comedy that has the best Chris Hemsworth cameo. It is wholesome compared to some National Lampoon flicks but still maintains some of the risque content.

Moonfall

If you think Bollywood movies are over the top and unrealistic check this one out. This has to be the wildest disaster film ever where the moon is a hollow AI structure. Far wilder than 2012. Roland Emmerich is the king of disaster so it packs entertainment.

Inside the Mind of a Cat

There is not enough cat research compared to dogs. As a cat person, I can tell you they are grossly misunderstood. This documentary explores research into cat psychology. Contrary to popular belief they are social, affectionate, and highly trainable.

Do Revenge

As a Maya Hawke/Robin Buckley fan, I was looking forward to this. Do Revenge is a wildly entertaining and thoroughly satisfying revenge drama. It combines elements from classic mean teen flicks like Heathers, Cruel Intentions, and Mean Girls into a modern Gen Z drama. There are plenty of twists. Sarah Michelle Geller's character is such a big nod to Cruel Intentions.

Bad Education

Hugh Jackman shines as Frank Tassone, the embezzling school district superintendent. He's such a conflicting character. As a school administrator, he is charming and thoughtful. He remembers the names of all students and encourages them. His staff respects and adores him. And he gets results. He's transformed his Long Island School district into 4th best in the nation. He's so beloved that his crimes are undiscovered for over a decade until a school reporter decides to dig around.

And that's what he is, a criminal who has siphoned off millions of taxpayer dollars for personal gain. He's a vain man who spends exorbitant amounts on suits, plastic surgery, and cheating on his partner with a younger man.

Allison Janney is Pam Gluckin the assistant superintendent who is his partner in crime misappropriating funds herself. To be honest, as wonderful as Jackman is i would have loved more Allison Janney because she's always so awesome.

Despite Tassone and Gluckin's crimes, I couldn't feel sorry for the school board that was defrauded. They were all ultra-rich people who throw money at their school district in carefree abandon as long as it assures Ivy acceptance and high property values. Rather, I feel sorry for school students in poor districts who struggle to get basic amenities while districts flush with money can be so callous.

The movie was a bit slow-paced for me and lacked dramatic tension. But the fact that its a true story makes it intriguing.

Shyam Singha Roy : VC, you had suggested this film once and I watched it. Sai Pallavi was terrific as usual, Nani was good too. The movie was enjoyable, the premise was pretty interesting but I thought it eventually took the typical route with all the fights sequences, kinda beats the narrative about pen being mightier than sword. Other than that, the visuals were absolutely stunning, the duo really made a great pair. Will check out the cinematographer because he really did an amazing job, some songs were just gorgeous to both look at and listen to. Overall, enjoyed the movie except a few cliches here and there.

Judaa Hoke Bhi (2022) - Lmao, completed the movie in 5 minutes by FFing it. Terrible CGIs, shitty VFXs.

Originally posted by: TheekThaak

Shyam Singha Roy : VC, you had suggested this film once and I watched it. Sai Pallavi was terrific as usual, Nani was good too. The movie was enjoyable, the premise was pretty interesting but I thought it eventually took the typical route with all the fights sequences, kinda beats the narrative about pen being mightier than sword. Other than that, the visuals were absolutely stunning, the duo really made a great pair. Will check out the cinematographer because he really did an amazing job, some songs were just gorgeous to both look at and listen to. Overall, enjoyed the movie except a few cliches here and there.

yay, glad you like it

agree, the premise was good and the period part was done with some depth and the romance was very beautiful, yes. the acting by both elevated it, it is a perfect example of chemistry, even the climax was tricky but they carried it off.

i loved the 2 songs too, the lyrics are actually very beautiful (especially sirivennela), very well choreographed and sung.

yes, the movie could have been much more, the director said the original story was just the period part. totally putting in some usual elements brought it down, even the first part was average

the cinematographer is sanu john verghese, he did a great job, he also shot vishwaroopam, telugu jersey

even the art director did a great job, he put a lot of research to get the detail, i heard an interview of his

nani and sai pallavi are now actors (like fahadh, kamal etc) whose films you know will have something, atleast sincere with effort even if they may not be great eventually

Originally posted by: vcs17

yay, glad you like it

agree, the premise was good and the period part was done with some depth and the romance was very beautiful, yes. the acting by both elevated it, it is a perfect example of chemistry, even the climax was tricky but they carried it off.

i loved the 2 songs too, the lyrics are actually very beautiful (especially sirivennela), very well choreographed and sung.

yes, the movie could have been much more, the director said the original story was just the period part. totally putting in some usual elements brought it down, even the first part was average

the cinematographer is sanu john verghese, he did a great job, he also shot vishwaroopam, telugu jersey

even the art director did a great job, he put a lot of research to get the detail, i heard an interview of his

nani and sai pallavi are now actors (like fahadh, kamal etc) whose films you know will have something, atleast sincere with effort even if they may not be great eventually

Yeah, the songs were shot beautifully. The sets had an old world charm, forgot to mention the art direction, that was great as well, reminded me of Dibakar's Byomkesh. Honestly I'm someone who doesn't understand how chemistry works out between the leads usually but in films like these you realise how much of it is just the acting part. With Sai Pallavi though, it feels like the Telugu industry has hit the jackpot, I don't remember the last time an actress keeps elevating the movie by leaps and bounds as her. ⭐️

Oh yeah, Jersey was a great film, as well. There was a point when I was debating what the characters should or should not have done but the beauty of a good film is it makes you feel intensely for the character's motivations and actions even if you aren't in complete agreement with them. Loved that film and I think it is easily one of the best Telugu films in recent times.

edited. wrong thread.