Kasi Lemmons’ haunting Southern Gothic debut, Eve’s Bayou (1997), blends memory, mystery, and family secrets into a dreamlike tapestry—exploring truth, identity, and the fragile beauty of Black life in Louisiana.
Madras Matinee transforms ordinary middle-class struggles into an emotional masterpiece, blending subtle performances, poignant narration, and everyday details that inspire reflection, family conversations, and a deeper appreciation of life's seemingly "boring" moments.
Meesha' is a Malayalam thriller full of contradictions—technically stunning, politically ambitious, and powered by stellar performances—yet undone by a weak second half, uneven writing, and an unsatisfying conclusion.
*Princess Mononoke* is a Studio Ghibli film about Ashitaka’s journey to resolve a curse amid a war between Iron Town’s humans and forest spirits, exploring nature, conflict, and morality.
Lokah is a technically impressive Kerala superhero movie blending mythology and modernity, with strong performances, slick visuals, immersive world-building, and well-choreographed action, though slightly rushed in the second half.
Muthanga is a socially relevant film inspired by a real tribal protest, focusing on a reluctant policeman’s journey amid systemic injustice, strong visuals, but weak script and forced character arcs.
