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Jojo Rabbit (2019) (x1)
Now as I am writing this, I wonder why have I watched this only once?(!) It’s a fantastic, modern satire on the outside with a warm, humane story at its core. Also, my introduction to the quirky Taika Waititi.Terminator (1984) (X2)
Loved it. And you do know how I absolutely crush on the 80s? Those were the times, ah.Terminator 2 (1991) (X1)
Watched them both for the sheer cult status the Terminator series enjoy in the geek culture. Though, I may not watch the later ones. Besides, I believe Cameron sufficiently messes up the timeline by the end of T2. 🤷♂️The White Tiger (2021) (X1)
This was inevitable. After watching the trailer on YouTube, I grabbed the book by A. Adiga and then to catch this adaptation starring a fitting Adarsh Grover as Balram Halwai. And partially to drag my sister into atleast relishing this satire (she hates books).The Lion King (1994) (X1)
A nice cozy kid’s movie with substantial life skill sermons. And yes, I watched it. For the first time. And I am not ashamed.10 Things I Hate About You (1999) (X2)
I am so happy I watched this “Taming of the Shrew” adaptation. I liked it. Quite. Loved that football ground sabotage 🤣 and found the post-paintball confrontation cute. Overall an impressive teen movie.
(first watch: Feb 10, 2021)The Spectacular Now (2013) (X1)
What a spectacular movie! Aimie Finicky is the girl to die for. Played fittingly by S. Woodley who brought out the beauty, brilliance and vulnerabilities of this strong lady who is so fabulous within. Sutter is definitely not me! PS: Gosh, their bed scene together. 💯
(first watch: Feb 14, 2021)Something Ventured (2011) (X1)
A brilliant documentary about the “first venture capitalists”. Basically meticulous men who took advantage of the times to make truck loads of money. Intel, Genentech, Apple, Atari, Cisco etc. I liked it. Will revisit sure. Recommended.
(first watch: Feb 15, 2021)The Fountain (2004) (X1)
What the f basically happened?! I respect Darren and I’ll just say, this was too profound for me!
(first watch: Feb 17, 2021)Helvetica (2007) (X1)
Recommended by David Kadavy in his book “Design for Hackers”. It is always fun to learn about something new. I liked it but will also be compelled to say, was kinda bored! :P
(first watch: Feb 18, 2021)Black Swan (2010) (X1)
Yet another of Darren Aronofsky’s works. It was much better than “The Fountain” (rolling my eyes!). It didn’t disappoint. I wrote my interpretations [here][1].Marriage Story (2019) (X1)
Surprisingly, a good watch. Deals with marriage failure, divorce and related ugly stuff. Don’t watch if you’re going through a “happy” phase in your relationship. I can [indulge][2] you if you wish.
(first watch: Feb 21, 2021)12 Monkeys (1995) (X1)
One of those spontaneous moments when I watch something wholly unplanned. My defense is: IMDb rated it 8! Read [more][3] about it.
(first watch: Feb 24, 2021)The Sixth Sense (1999) (X1)
Wow. And I mean that. Absolutely didn’t see the end coming. The climax took this movie to a different level altogether. Fictitious but recommended.
(first watch: Feb 27, 2021)Amelie (2001) (X1)
Just a random watch a day before my physics examination. It was in French so amazing that way too!
(first watch: Mar 03, 2021)The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) (X2)
My introduction to Martin Scorcese (I believe). It was interesting. (Very) relevatory and hilarious at the same time. Pretty memory of watching till 3 in the morning cause insomnia. Can’t wait to rewatch. Oh, and not a kid movie.
(first watch: Mar 12, 2021)The Dictator (2012) (X1)
A friend suggestion. I was literally rofling. Dark comedy and stuff. Besides, that NYC shot at night left me hypnotized. That’s where I wanna be.
(first watch: Mar 17, 2021)Before Sunrise (1995) (X3)
A beautiful movie. I’m glad I watched this. I wrote things I felt [here][4].
(first watch: Mar 28, 2021)Before Sunset (2004) (X2)
A >1 hour conversation between two adult humans never felt this wholesome. Read about it [here][5].
(first watch: Mar 29, 2021)Moneyball (2011) (X1)
Baseball and data analytics. Informative.
(first watch: Mar 31, 2021)Bohemian Rhapsody (2018) (X1)
The story of the legendary rock band Queen and the eccentric showman Freddie Mercury. The Live Aid concert was pretty closely reproduced (I ascertained after watching the footage on YT).
(first watch: Apr 1, 2021)Tron (1982) (X1)
What if computer programs had a secret life of their own? No doubt it is a timeless revolutionary thought. I liked it.
(first watch: Apr 7, 2021)Tron: Legacy (2010) (X1)
I don’t think I liked the story that much but it was beautiful to look at and that’s fair enough.
(first watch: Apr 9, 2021)Some Kind of Wonderful (1987) (X2)
A John Hughes’ story that was referenced in RP2. It’s very well-written and I liked it. Actually, more than that. I think I can revisit it.
(first watch: Apr 10, 2021)The Breakfast Club (1985) (X2) [more][6]
Quite a profound movie. They say it’s a classic and for good reasons. Of course, it may not “appeal” to a lot but I can revisit it.
(first watch: Apr 11, 2021)Sixteen Candles (1984) (X1)
This was a weird one to be honest. I did not like it inspite of the classic status etc. It’s offensive in parts.
(first watch: Apr 12, 2021)Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986) (X1)
Another one of those weird ones. It was fine but for a running time of 120 minutes, it was a bit of a drag. Will not revisit this.
(first watch: Apr 13, 2021)Mean Girls (2004) (X1)
Weird one. There is nothing here that will interest me to revisit it in the future. So nah, not my thing. However, murmurs of “Halcyon On and On” by Orbital lit me up in the outro.
(first watch: Apr 14, 2021)Before Midnight (2013) (X2) [more][7]
This is exactly how I wanted it to end and I am satisfied.
(first watch: Apr 14, 2021)Parasite (2019) (X2)
It’s a bloody masterpiece.
(first watch: Apr 19, 2021)Gone Girl (2014) (X1)
WTF? A twisted thriller.
(first watch: Apr 25, 2021)All the Bright Places (2020) (X2.5) [more][8]
Felt lazy. Couldn’t read the book. Cried at the end. Awesome soundtrack. (first watch: Apr 26, 2021)Chhichhore (2019) (X2)
I was laughing hard. Probably the only thing I can relate to so badly.
(first watch: Apr 27, 2021)The Map of Tiny Perfect Things (2021) (X1)
Just to pass time. You have no idea how depressed I am right now all alone.
(first watch: Apr 30, 2021)One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest (1975) (X1)
A very interesting watch. Recommended by a classmate.
(first watch: May 1, 2021)Hackers (1995) (X1)
One peculiar thing about ventures are that they tell us how not to do it.
(first watch: May 4th, 2021)Looking for Alaska (2019) (Series)
It’s devastatingly painful. Not to mention, John’s eloquent vblogs on yt.
(first watch: does it make sense? )American Beauty (1999) (X1)
Interesting and creative.
(first watch: May 7th, 2021)Scam 1992 (2020) (Series)
Informative and elegantly produced. My faith in Indian production has been restored considerably. I can revisit this anytime.The Graduate (1967) (X1)
A classic. Few artistic expressions can capture the popular imagination with such fervour that they can change the course of reality. This is one of those movies.
(first watch: May 10th, 2021)Memories of Murder (2003) (X1)
Another Boon Jong-Ho work. Kept the suspense intact till the very last. Recommended if you liked Parasite.
(first watch: May 11th, 2021)Pretty in Pink (1986) (X1) [more][9]
Typical John Hughes. I liked it though.
(first watch: May 12th, 2021)500 Days of Summer (2009) (X1)
A good story. But I absolutely hate to think what my destiny/fate holds.
(first watch: May 13th, 2021)The Big Short (2015) (X2)
A breakdown of the circumstances leading to the 2008 market crash. Essential financial awareness movie.
(first watch: May 23rd, 2021)Dark Season 1 (2017) (Series)
Science Fiction and Thriller. It explores paradoxes like Grandfather paradox, Bootstrap paradox among others. Cannot wait for S02 and S03.Dark Season 2 (2019) (Series)
Twisted and getting slightly overtly complicated. No new concepts were introduced, the main ideas from season 1 put in a different wrapper and mixed with tons of suspenseful music.The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
To be honest, lacked the thrill of the second movie in the trilogy, however, it wasn’t that bad. Anna Hathaway as Selina Kyle was amazing but clearly, Marion Cotillard as Miranda Tate was incredible.
(first watch: Insufficient Information)Bruce Almighty (2003) (X1)
Insomnia. I have no idea what I am doing. It’s 2:45 in the AM. Weird movie. All family movies are weird.
(first watch: Jun 4th, 2021)Avengers: Endgame (2019) (X1)
A satisfying finale. A literal trip down memory lane well executed. Hard to see why this won’t turn any Avengers fan giddy. I liked it.
(first watch: Jun 9th, 2021)Perfect Blue (1997) (X2)
Brilliant and fascinating. My first dip into anime psychological thriller courtesy a friend and I loved it!
(first watch: Jun 23rd, 2021)Sherlock (Series)
The BBC Production with Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman as Sherlock and Dr. Watson respectively. Watched seasons 1, 2 and 3.Friends (Series)
The sitcom. Watched seasons 1 and 2. This is fantastic material.High Fidelity (2000) (X1)
Informative. A look into how “modern relationships” work. But this was 21 years ago, so really not that modern, eh?
(first watch: Jun 29th, 2021)Your Name (2016) (X2)
Wholesome romance / fantasy. And gosh, the details. Loved it.
(first watch: Jun 30th, 2021)La La Land (2016) (X1)
Beautiful story. Beautiful music. Perfect for late night Saturday watch.
(first watch: Jul 1st, 2021)It’s A Wonderful Life (1946) | Frank Capra
A must-watch for everyone.
(first watch: Jul 4th, 2021)Dazed and Confused (1993) | Richard Linklater [more][10]
70s American teenager lifestyle. Realistic, unlike today’s facade. 🙄
(first watch: Jul 5th, 2021)Making Dazed (2003?)
A 45 minute documentary capturing the circumstances that led to and prevailed during the making of Dazed. Available on yt.
(first watch: Jul 8th, 2021)Titanic (1997) | James Cameron
Top Gun
Remember The Titans
Baby Driver
Life is Beautiful
My Neighbor Toturo
Crazy Stupid Love
The Little Death
Oceans Eleven
Black Widow
Stand By Me
Trois Couleurs: Bleu
Trois Couleurs: Blanc
Trois Couleurs: Rogue
Whiplash | Damien Chazelle | 2014
Good Will Hunting | Gus Van Sant | 1997
Inside Job | Charles Ferguson | 2010
No Strings Attached | Ivan Reitman | 2011
The Shining | Stanley Kubrick | 1980
Normal People (Series) | 2020
A tale of modern love and complex relationship set in Ireland. I enjoyed the Irish accent, esp. Daisy Edgar-Jones; the way she says just about anything (!) Also, incredible soundtrack. Perfect to make you start crying.Catch me if you can | Steven Spielberg | 2002
A fraudster-agent chase captured in Spielberg style, witty, humorous. An overconfident protagonist chased through the southern states by a heavily accented FBI agent. Based on a true story. Enjoyed it.
(first watch: Sep 8th, 2021)Clueless | Amy Heckerling | 1995
Almost a “Mean Girls” just slightly better. But, Alicia Silverstone. Oh. My. Fucking. God.
(first watch: Sep 13, 2021)Friends | Season 3
Akira | Katshuri Otomo | (1988)
Perhaps, my favourite anime movie of all times. I wanted something cyberpunk noir-ish and this was right there.It’s such a beautiful day | Don Hertzfeldt | (2012)
The ending is the best. Also, a new form of storytelling. Sparked my curiosity.
(first watch: Oct 24, 2021)Modern Times | Charlie Chaplin | (1936)
Classic things from classic people.
(first watch: Oct 24, 2021)Squid Games (2021) | Series
A study of raw human nature.5 Centimeters per second | Makoto Shinkai | (2007)
All the colors. Wow.
(first watch: Nov 4th, 2021)Black Panther | Ryan Coogler | (2018)
I have a crush on Luipta Nyong’o now. Typical MCU. (first watch: Nov 6th, 2021)Dune | Denis Villenueve | (2021)
Huh. Should I read the book now?
(first watch: Nov 7th, 2021)Venom | Ruben Fleischer | (2018)
Meh. (first watch: Nov 10th, 2021)Ghost in the Shell | Mamuro Oshii | (1995)
A neo-noir cyberpunk thriller. Also has a sequel. (first watch: Nov 14, 2021)No Country for Old Men | Ethan and Joel Coen | (2007)
Wild, vast, beautiful American landscapes. Heavy Texan accent. Horrible English with no regards to grammar. Numbingly terrifying and suspenseful. Brilliant writing. Amazing acting.
(first watch: Nov 16, 2021)Paprika | Tinto Brass | 1991
Before you raise your eyebrows, let me inform you there was a mixup. I intended to watch Parika (2006), the Satoshi Kon sci-fi epic. I ended up with filthy Italian porn. Terrible acting. Fake orgasms (ugh). Jittery editing. Clumsy plot. Traumatised for life.
(first watch: I don’t wanna remember)Shang Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings | Destin Daniel Cretton | 2021
Typical Marvel. Never disappoints and never surprises.
(first watch: Nov 20, 2021)Paris, Texas | Wim Wenders | 1984
Woah.Summer of ‘42 | Robert Mulligan | 1971
Deep. Not what I expected it or wanted it to be.
(first watch: I have no idea)The Grand Budapest Hotel | Wes Anderson | 2014
Beautiful settings. Memorable characters. Humorous. Commendable screenplay and cinematography. Introduction to Wes Anderson and not disappointed.
(first watch: Dec 5th, 2021)The Dreamers | Bernando Bertolucci | 2003
“A poem is a petition and a petition is a poem”. I have so many questions. A new dimension of French cinema, artistry, and culture has opened for me to explore. And so many pop references. And Paris. And cinema. And sensuality. And Mao. And violence. And Isabelle. I need a lot of answers. Incredible movie. Definitely revisitable.
(first watch: Dec 10th, 2021)Enter the Void | Gaspar Noe | 2009
Neon colors, epileptic lights, sounds, typography, Tokyo, sex, more sex, floating objects, love, information overload. Experimental form of storytelling. Not very profound or deep because it tangles the viewer in its own plots and subplots but revisitable. Also, 161 mins running time so watch at 1.25X or more if you’re restless like me.
(first watch: Dec 18th, 2021)Jannat | Kunal Deshmukh | 2008
I’m sorry this is even on this list. The music is epic, however.
(first watch: Dec 23rd, 2021)The Sky is Pink | Sonali Bose | 2019
Cool movie. Innovative. Refreshing. Found myself laughing real hard.
(first watch: Dec 23rd, 2021)