Category Archives: women

Goldfish (2023): Delicate mother-daughter relationship!

Posted on September 29, 2023 by amodini

Goldfish is a good film. Not quite the wondrous, luminous movie I was expecting with that star cast, but still pretty watchable. Continue reading →

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Made In Heaven (Season 2): Complications in life and love!

Posted on August 21, 2023 by amodini

Made In Heaven S2 is a heady mix of fantastic production values, skilled direction, great acting, and the right emotional notes – be they happy or sad. Continue reading →

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Dahaad: Engrossing police procedural with intrepid heroine

Posted on July 9, 2023 by amodini

Dahaad is well-made, has an interesting storyline, with a tight script and great actors to boot, but it is Sub Inspector Bhaati i.e.; Sonakshi Sinha who ultimately makes it work. Continue reading →

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Persuasion: Modern take with a wry, witty heroine

Posted on June 23, 2023 by amodini

This modern take is a great watch mostly because of Dakota Johnson’s charming performance. Continue reading →

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Movie Review : Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey (2022)

Posted on February 17, 2023 by amodini

Rating: 3.5/5 . This movie works because it has a good balance between depicting an important social issue and light humor. Highly recommended. Continue reading →

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Movie Review : Maja Ma (2022)

Posted on February 10, 2023 by amodini

Rating: 1/5 . Maja Ma has good intentions. Also many flaws and a lot of stupidity. Continue reading →

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Movie Review : Doctor G (2022)

Posted on October 21, 2022 by amodini

Rating: 3.5/5 . Doctor G is a good comedy/drama although a little rough around the edges. Continue reading →

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Movie Review : Sherni (2021)

Posted on October 7, 2022 by amodini

Rating: 3.5/5 . Sherni is a thought-provoking tale of everyday heroes at the grassroots level. Continue reading →

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Movie Review : Shabash Mithu (2022)

Posted on September 30, 2022 by amodini

Rating: 3/5. Shabaash Mithu is compelling because the director keeps the story simple and the struggle real. Do watch. Continue reading →

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Series Review : The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives – Season 2

Posted on September 16, 2022 by amodini

Rating: 3/5. Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives Season 2 is frivolous, frothy fun! Continue reading →

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