Oscar nominations 2014: According to Raja Sen, this year's chosen ones are (mostly) loud and showy examples of the best in the craft.
2023 was a good year for international cinema with many strong films premiering at the Berlin, Cannes, Venice and Toronto film festivals.
'The problems that the film explores still remain. It was a different time when we made the film. We were young and we thought we could change the world.'
Joaquin Phoenix-starrer Joker, one of the most controversial yet admired movies of 2019, is leading the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) nominations with 11 nods.
This isn't a hatchet job, and my excuse for the exercise is my feeling that when you invert some of the clichés mentioned here, you might just arrive at the portals of genuine movie-making energy, says Sreehari Nair.
'What an incredible opportunity to bring back one of the greatest actors of Indian cinema on the big screen.'
Doctor G blends mirth and meaning, observes Sukanya Verma. Doctor G Review.
Sukanya Verma looks at what stood out in a mostly humdrum affair.
The man is easily one of the most deserving of the Cecil B deMille award this year.
The next 12 months will see many world cinema heavyweights unveiling exciting new films.
Take a look at the nominees!
'He has given us a history, a heritage that we can share with generations to come,' says Aseem Chhabra.
Although famously reclusive and fitful in his creative output, Daniel Day-Lewis's decision to hang up his boots feels both untimely and unexpected.
Vanessa Kirby is sure to be nominated for the Best Actress Oscar award, and Frances McDormand of Nomadland will give her a healthy competition, feels Aseem Chhabra.
The 92nd Academy Awards nominations have been announced at the Samuel Goldwyn Theatre in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles.
Sukanya Verma tells you everything you need to know about the Oscars.
Mukkabaaz, a film in which its lead actor shines, unfortunately tries to pack in a punch too many.
Ranveer Singh praises his Kill Dil co-star Govinda talks about his bald look for Bajirao Mastani.
"When you feel you can't fight it, just go with it." said Robert De Niro's commencement speech to students graduating from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts!
Ashutosh Gowariker's Everest is made so tackily, it hurts, says Raja Sen.
A good deal of the 92nd Academy Awards (going hostless second year in a row) was a drag what with a staggeringly dull red carpet, long-winded, lacklustre speeches and uneven live acts following too quickly one after another.
Raja Sen looks back at all the 'genuinely thrilling' films and artists that were honoured at the 71st Golden Globes.
The Wolf of Wall Street can really please the senses. Just remember to forget your humanity for a while, says Paloma Sharma.
These are the television shows that will crackle and pop a lot longer than anything you'll get your paws on.
Raja Sen wishes Francis Ford Coppola, the legendary filmmaker who transformed The Godfather into an immortal screen classic, a happy 75th birthday.
The 86th Annual Academy Awards have been announced. Here's a quick glance at the winners.
Between phony philosophical musings and Abbas-Mustan level of believe-it-or-not twists, Sadak 2 dodders towards its dead end destination, notes Sukanya Verma.
It is a spread so full, rich and varied it'd satisfy most cinematic gluttons.
'The young generation doesn't want to work with old hats like me.' 'They don't understand that we are brighter and wiser because of our experience.' 'We can take them on the right path, but they should keep their ears open.'
The smash-hit musical -- led by Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling -- picked up the most nods on Tuesday, and tied the record set by Titanic and All About Eve.
There is a group of La La Land haters -- especially jazz aficionados who feel the film gives too much importance to a white man who sets out to save the musical genre associated with the African American community, points out Aseem Chhabra.
When it comes wildlife, stock market investors can immediately identify with bulls and bears. But there are other animals in the stock market jungle too.
Ranjita Ganesan visits The Indus Club, which is not just another old boys' club.
'He has the voice, the performance, the talent and the presence.' 'He is a bankable star, so he brings all these things to the table.'
The 92nd Annual Academy Awards hardly had any surprises up its sleeves. Here's a quick look at the winners.
There's a lot happening in Bollywood, Hollywood and world cinema this year.
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