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Master mid nu sonavan laa mandi podunga da. Ngl, I said the same too after my first watch.🙃

Ahh this is why I hate summer.

Big, goofy bull with a heart of gold.

Me n my bro's kid after he dies.

VJS and Yogi Babu’s combo was fun, but the predictable plot and uneven pacing made it a forgettable ride. It falls short on both story and execution, and it dragged so much I checked my watch more than I should have.

Classic 90s flair with flashy action, fun, and just the right amount of cheese. Though it doesn’t always hit the mark.

Peak Marvel!

And that’s how it ends.

Eight films, nearly three decades, and Ethan Hunt still running like the world depends on it, because it usually does. The Final Reckoning knows it’s carrying a lot of weight. Instead of trying to outdo previous movies with nonstop spectacle, it focuses on closing the story with heart and purpose. You can feel every mission before this one echoing in the background.

The movie leans heavily into nostalgia and callbacks, delivering a respectful nod to everything this franchise has built, wrapping up relationships and missions with care. And no doubt, Tom Cruise and Christopher McQuarrie deliver once again with some jaw-dropping stunts and tight action choreography, especially in the final act.

The submarine sequence is a standout, intense and nerve-wracking, a fresh kind of tension that kept me on the edge of my seat with its underwater suspense. The final plane stunt closes the franchise with the kind of high-octane finish we expect.

That said, the movie spends a bit too much time away from the action. Outside the final act, the film slows down more than usual for a Mission movie, focusing more on character moments than the relentless action the series is known for. Esai Morales as the villain wasn’t as compelling as he should’ve been, lacking the presence needed to fully challenge Ethan Hunt.

Still, Cruise is all in, as always. The movie is well staged, with strong direction that knows when to dial up the tension and when to let the characters breathe. For those of us who’ve been on this ride for years, there’s something undeniably emotional about watching this chapter close, even if it’s not the most explosive one.

None of this takes away from what the film ultimately delivers - a proper send-off. Not the peak of the franchise, but damn, it earns its place in it. A proper farewell.

Tom Cruise running will always be my favourite genre.
Thanks for everything, Ethan. Mission accomplished.

Felt never-ending, more like stretching a bubble gum. Loud, messy, and I could barely sit through it.

You know the formula. You know what’s coming. But it still manages to pull you in. It does exactly what it promises—absurd deaths, nerve-wracking premonitions, and that one moment where you stare at a harmless object like it’s out to kill you. Not groundbreaking, but definitely fun.

Felt like quietly sitting through someone else’s memories. Soft, slow, and in no hurry to get anywhere. Yeah, I did check the time a couple of times... but the emotions came crawling in, slow and sharp.

Wholesome max. Nothing too dramatic, nothing too extra, just pure good vibes start to finish

I walked into Retro with high expectations, fully hyped, thinking this was going to be a grand comeback for Suriya. And while it is a good film in many ways, It didn’t fully deliver on what I was hoping for.

The film kicks off with a solid first half, focusing on the love portions between Suriya and Pooja Hegde, and it’s staged really well. The visuals are rich, the pacing feels unhurried, and there’s a nice buildup of intrigue. Suriya’s screen presence is magnetic—he really did feel like he was back in full form. And Pooja Hegde too rocked with her performance. Their chemistry works decently, and the Kanima single-shot sequence is hands down a standout moment—probably one of the best-executed sequences in Tamil cinema.

But then come the comedy portions with Jayaram, and that’s where things start to wobble. The humor felt forced and didn’t quite fit the mood of the film, which slowed things down noticeably. Post-intermission, the film shifts gears into the war portion and other heavy segments. Genre shifts are common in KS's films, but here it felt messy and a bit over the top. The tone gets chaotic and intense, but not always in the best way. While the action scenes are flashy, it felt like the film was trying to do too much at once. It reminded me of the same issue he’s had in a few of his past films. Honestly, the film gave off a weird mix of Jagame Thandhiram and Jigarthanda Double X. And the final act was way too similar to Double X.

On the emotional side, the film really didn't connect with me. The moments were there, but they didn’t land as strongly as they should have. The pacing also felt off at times, with noticeable slowdowns. Some of the romantic scenes between Suriya and Pooja, while nice, also ended up dragging the film in certain places.

SaNa’s music is a huge plus—the background score and songs consistently elevate the film and keep things engaging even during the dull moments.

Retro is bold and stylish, and definitely a W for Suriya after strings of misses. But for KS, it doesn’t fully match the bar he’s set for himself. A good film, no doubt. Just not the one I had pictured in my head.

The first half alone felt like a whole film—that’s how boring it was.

All the buzz and praise surrounding this film had me walking into this one with sky-high expectations. I went in overhyped, expecting some blood-soaked gothic brilliance, but what I got was something a lot more playful than I anticipated.

The film starts slowly, lighting the fuse—setting the stage, building the mood, teasing something massive. I was ready. But when the core plot finally kicked in, it didn’t explode like I hoped.

Don’t get me wrong—it’s a good film. It’s stylish, different, and has its moments. But my expectations went full Dracula mode, and the film just wasn’t the one I had built up in my head. That’s on me, maybe.

The Thalapathy we’ve been missing all these years. Early 2000s Vijay in love mode hits different. No wonder this is the version we all became fans of. Finally caught this film on the big screen—so much craze for just a re-release. The crowd, the vibes… pure madness. Idhulaa vitu poriye na😭

Strictly for the AK fans. Others, good luck surviving it. Good Bad Ugly is less of a movie and more of a fan-made mashup tribute to Ajith Kumar. Zero logic, all elevation. It’s just Ajith walking in slow-mo with loud mass BGM, remix song fights, and references from every other film he’s done. Sometimes even from Thalapathy’s films. Some of those references were fun and did land well, no doubt. But not all. Many felt too forced—inserted just for the sake of name drops and elevation, without actually fitting the scene. It ends up feeling artificial and repetitive.

The elevation scenes work for a while, but when that’s all the film offers, it quickly becomes tiring. Every scene feels like it’s trying to outdo the last with more noise, more slow-mo walks, and more punch dialogues. The film gets too loud and jarring—both to the ears and the brain.

There’s a brief stretch after the interval that works. A few moments here and there land decently too. But beyond that, it’s just exhausting. The film doesn’t even try to stand on its own—it leans completely on nostalgia and Ajith’s past films for elevation.

By the end, it’s like watching one big remix reel. A cringe ‘reference’ downpour in the name of fanboy sambavam. It stops feeling like a film and starts feeling like a parody of Ajith’s own career highlights.

If Basil Joseph's in it, I knew the film wouldn't disappoint.

Chiyaan is back… okay maybe not in full beast mode, but he’s definitely got that fire.

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 is gritty, tense, and packed with vintage OG Chiyaan vibes. It may not be the perfect comeback, but it still leaves its mark. Director SU Arun Kumar wastes no time diving into the core plot, setting the stage effectively with a one-night narrative. He gives us a slow-burn action thriller that really holds its ground.

This is pure vintage Chiyaan stuff. Right from the Sethu-inspired title card to that electrifying climax with “madura veeran dhaane ivana usupi vita veene”—it was an absolute high. The theatre erupted—people jumped, whistled, screamed, and I was one of them.

The rustic action sequences and hero elevation scenes hit hard. The SP escape single-shot scene was crafted brilliantly—absolutely top class. The scenes around kezhangu were packed with tension and kept us hooked. And the way the story unfolds over one night—it just works. Tension stays tight throughout. GV Prakash’s score is decent and fits the mood, but nothing too memorable. The police station scene was pure madness in the theatre. Even the interval block stood out. Felt new, felt different. This isn’t the kind of commercial film that throws things at you every five minutes—it takes its time, and that’s what makes it stand out.

Of course, not everything clicks. This film’s got its hits and misses. The pace feels stretched in several places—not unbearably slow, but the film definitely takes its time. Chiyaan’s character has powerful moments, but they’re hidden for a bit too long. Dushara’s role didn’t really connect much. Every time she appeared, the pace dipped harder, making things feel more dragged than they already were. And SJ Suryah was underused for someone with that kind of presence.

Still, this is a solid outing. Not the massive comeback I had hoped for, especially considering how much Chiyaan puts into every role, but a satisfying one.

If this is how funerals go, I might start attending more.

One nosy kid and boom—lives destroyed

How did no one notice a giant snake sneaking around in the pipes?

More armies, more action, but somehow, less soul.

Smaug brought the fire, but the film didn’t fully ignite.

Some movies age, this one only gets more magical. Still waiting for my Hogwarts letter, though.

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As a huge LOTR fan, I enjoyed the film, but it’s nowhere near the greatness of the original trilogy. It has its moments, the world-building is still magical, and revisiting Middle-earth is always a treat. But the stakes aren't as gripping, and the story is stretched more than it needs to be. The magic is there, just not at the same level as before.

Don 2 illa Dragon🐉

I’ve watched Interstellar so many times, but seeing it in IMAX? That was something else. The visuals, the sound, the sheer scale - everything felt more powerful. I knew what was coming, yet it still hit just as hard. This is how it was meant to be experienced.

Not a typical Ajith film. No mass moments, no fan service, just pure storytelling. A slow-burn thriller that builds its tension gradually, leading to a gripping second half with some solid twists.

Ajith delivers a classy performance, and it’s refreshing to see a top star keep aside his star image and just play what the character and film demand. No forced heroism, no over-the-top elevation scenes, just a performance that feels real. Hope this sets a trend and brings some much-needed change to Indian cinema.

The cinematography is stunning, especially that Hummer fight scene, and Anirudh’s BGM is spot on as always. Performances from Arjun, Trisha, and Regina were solid too. The film has a few dull moments, and the emotional connect could’ve been better in places. Also, the ending didn’t really work for me. But apart from that, it’s a satisfying watch.

After Yennai Arindhaal, this is the Ajith film that kinda worked for me. It’s not a film for everyone, some will like it, some won’t.

A simple, fun watch with plenty of laughs!

Proof that Indians don’t need CCTV cameras when we have neighborhood aunties like this!

Soft porn vibes.

Btw Peak Santhanam!

I’ll never understand how a film like "Viduthalai Part II" ended up being a loss venture. Yes, it’s not perfect—there are flaws, no doubt. The film feels like a lecture at times, the dubbing issues are hard to ignore, and the flashback portions drag on longer than needed. But that doesn’t make it a bad movie.

Yes, if we’re ranking Vetrimaaran’s films, this might land in the bottom two. But let’s be real—even a "weaker" Vetrimaaran film is better than most of what we’ve seen this year. It just means it’s not up to his insanely high standards.

I genuinely think the film didn’t connect with some people because it’s not easy to follow—it’s intense, layered, and demands full attention. But for me, that’s what makes it stand out, even if it’s a bit heavy-handed at times.

For me, the golden streak continues. Vetrimaaran hasn’t made a flop, and this one is no exception. "Viduthalai Part II" may not be perfect, but it’s far from forgettable. No flops, all masterpieces😤.

Mandatory rewatch for part II.

Do we even need this film? Apparently Disney thinks so, but I’m not convinced.

The movie tries to give us a backstory for Mufasa and Scar, but in the process, it weakens both of them. Scar, one of Disney’s most iconic villains, is reduced to a victim - a poor, robbed animal we’re supposed to pity. Yes, it gives him more layers, but it also takes away his cunning and fearsome edge.

And Mufasa? This is not the story we imagined for such a powerful character. In The Lion King, Mufasa was majestic, larger than life. Here, his story feels smaller, less impactful. We all expected something grand and epic for him, something that matched the weight of his character.

Instead of elevating these characters, the film makes them feel weaker.

Grateful to experience this film on the big screen. Thanks Mani Saar for showing a different shade of Rajinikanth—the performer.

A high-budget bhojpuri cringe-fest

An overhyped mess.
Suriya na nee pesama OTT ke poidu na :)

Kutty Thalapathy handled the gun very well!

Lucky B@s*@*d!!

This film hit so hard, I had no choice but to strike Director Bala’s pose. Now I get why he was so emotional.

Kuri vecharu but era vilala.

"Meiyazhagan" felt like a tight warm hug. A simple, poetic, and wholesome journey that’s bound to put a smile on your face. The beautiful cinematography, soulful music, and effortless performances by Karthi and Arvind Swamy made everything feel so natural and genuine. Director Prem Kumar strikes gold yet again after 96. A heartwarming experience from start to finish!

A beautiful Village road vlog.

Wish I too get shocks touching my girl, have a 400 year old grudge, and a 1 vs 100 fight to spice up my life!

Ego Star Harish Kalyan and Gethu Dinesh hit it out of the park!!

When you bring Al Pacino and Robert De Niro face to face, sparks fly—and in Heat, those sparks ignite one of the greatest cat and mouse chases ever put on screen.

Only Vadachennai 2 can fix me!!

A near-perfect thriller that had me hooked—until the final act.

Ranking the Melodies and Mayhem of Mani Ratnam

1. Nayakan
2. Thalapathi
3. Alaipayuthey
4. Raavanan
5. Ponniyin Selvan: Part I
6. Bombay
7. Mouna Raagam
8. Roja
9. Ponniyin Selvan: Part II
10. Dil Se..

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From Heartthrobber to Action Hero to Social Crusader, ranking Thalapathy's blazing filmography.

1. Ghilli
2. Thuppakki
3. Nanban
4. Kushi
5. Pokkiri
6. Kaththi
7. Theri
8. Sachein
9. Thulladha Manamum Thullum
10. Mersal

...plus 21 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

1. Tourist Family
2. Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
3. Dragon
4. Sinners
5. Ponman
6. Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2
7. Kudumbasthan
8. Final Destination Bloodlines
9. Retro
10. Vidaamuyarchi

...plus 6 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

My take on Ethan Hunt’s wildest stunts and most thrilling missions.

1. Mission: Impossible – Fallout
2. Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning
3. Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation
4. Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol
5. Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
6. Mission: Impossible III
7. Mission: Impossible
8. Mission: Impossible II

The best of Tom Cruise, ranked from top to bottom.

1. Mission: Impossible – Fallout
2. Top Gun: Maverick
3. Edge of Tomorrow
4. Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning
5. Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation
6. Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol
7. Collateral
8. Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
9. Minority Report
10. Mission: Impossible III

...plus 3 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

A ranked exploration of Subbu's trademark plot twists.

1. Jigarthanda
2. Pizza
3. Jigarthanda DoubleX
4. Mahaan
5. Petta
6. Retro
7. Jagame Thandhiram
8. Mercury

Popcorn Perfection & Refund ReQuests: Ranking My 2024 Movie Experience

1. Dune: Part Two
2. Aavesham
3. Maharaja
4. Vaazhai
5. Meiyazhagan
6. Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
7. Manjummel Boys
8. Lubber Pandhu
9. Lucky Baskhar
10. Premalu

...plus 33 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

All his works can be described as nothing less than masterpieces.

1. Vada Chennai
2. Aadukalam
3. Asuran
4. Visaranai
5. Viduthalai: Part I
6. Viduthalai: Part II
7. Polladhavan

Kamal Haasan: The Crown Jewel of Indian Cinema

1. Nayakan
2. Virumaandi
3. Papanasam
4. Anbe Sivam
5. Panchatanthiram
6. Vasool Raja MBBS
7. Thevar Magan
8. Vikram
9. Indian
10. Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu

...plus 7 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

1. Fight Club
2. The Social Network
3. Se7en
4. The Killer

A collection of cinematic gems from the maestro who shaped modern filmmaking.

1. GoodFellas
2. The Departed
3. The Wolf of Wall Street
4. Casino
5. Taxi Driver
6. Shutter Island
7. Killers of the Flower Moon
8. Gangs of New York
9. After Hours

1. Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
2. How to Train Your Dragon
3. Shrek
4. Kung Fu Panda
5. How to Train Your Dragon 2
6. Kung Fu Panda 2
7. Shrek 2
8. How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
9. Madagascar
10. The Bad Guys

...plus 11 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

1. Monsters, Inc.
2. Finding Nemo
3. The Incredibles
4. Toy Story 3
5. Ratatouille
6. Toy Story
7. WALL·E
8. Toy Story 2
9. Cars
10. Toy Story 4

...plus 5 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

The Brad Pitt collection, ranked.

1. Fight Club
2. Se7en
3. Inglourious Basterds
4. Bullet Train
5. Snatch
6. Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood

Dhanush's films ranked.

1. Vada Chennai
2. Aadukalam
3. Velaiyilla Pattathari
4. Yaaradi Nee Mohini
5. Asuran
6. Pudhupettai
7. Karnan
8. Polladhavan
9. Thiruchitrambalam
10. Thiruvilaiyaadal Aarambam

...plus 26 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Pinning down the best Harry Potter movies is so difficult, it might as well be a challenge in the Triwizard Tournament.

1. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
2. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
3. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
4. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
5. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
6. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1
7. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
8. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
9. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
10. Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore

...plus 1 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Stepping into the mind-bending world of Christopher Nolan.

1. The Dark Knight
2. Interstellar
3. Inception
4. Oppenheimer
5. Memento
6. The Dark Knight Rises
7. The Prestige
8. Batman Begins
9. Tenet
10. Dunkirk

Sailing through high seas, treacherous plots, and Captain Jack Sparrow's unpredictable antics.

1. Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
2. Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest
3. Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End
4. Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides
5. Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales

From Bus Conductor to Superstar!

1. Padayappa
2. Baasha
3. Thalapathi
4. Sivaji: The Boss
5. Chandramukhi
6. Enthiran
7. Muthu
8. Annamalai
9. Petta
10. Jailer

...plus 7 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Ranking the cinematic gems and dumpster fires of 2023.

1. Oppenheimer
2. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
3. 12th Fail
4. Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning
5. John Wick: Chapter 4
6. Viduthalai: Part I
7. Chithha
8. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
9. Godzilla Minus One
10. Jigarthanda DoubleX

...plus 74 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Ryan Gosling’s top films, ranked from best to bestest.

1. The Nice Guys
2. La La Land
3. The Fall Guy
4. The Notebook
5. Barbie
6. Drive
7. The Gray Man

A ranked collection of Ryan Reynolds' finest performances, from comedy to action.

1. Deadpool
2. Deadpool 2
3. Deadpool & Wolverine
4. Free Guy
5. The Croods: A New Age
6. The Croods
7. The Adam Project
8. Pokémon Detective Pikachu
9. Red Notice
10. X-Men Origins: Wolverine

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My Top Picks from Hindi Cinema! (Not in any order)

• Chhichhore
• 12th Fail
• Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani
• Dangal
• Ae Dil Hai Mushkil
• Bareilly Ki Barfi
• Jab Tak Hai Jaan
• Dhoom 2
• Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
• Dil Se..

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Filmmaking’s proudest geek is preparing his final movie. Here’s my take on everything this genius has made so far.

1. Django Unchained
2. Kill Bill: Vol. 1
3. Reservoir Dogs
4. Pulp Fiction
5. Inglourious Basterds
6. Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood
7. Jackie Brown
8. Kill Bill: Vol. 2

Claws Up!

1. Logan
2. X-Men: Days of Future Past
3. Deadpool
4. X-Men: First Class
5. Deadpool 2
6. Deadpool & Wolverine
7. X2
8. X-Men
9. The Wolverine
10. X-Men: The Last Stand

...plus 2 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Earth's Mightiest Heroes!!

1. Avengers: Infinity War
2. Avengers: Endgame
3. Guardians of the Galaxy
4. The Avengers
5. Captain America: The Winter Soldier
6. Spider-Man: No Way Home
7. Thor: Ragnarok
8. Captain America: Civil War
9. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
10. Iron Man

...plus 24 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

Epic titans, legendary battles, and city smashing action.

1. Kong: Skull Island
2. Godzilla vs. Kong
3. Godzilla × Kong: The New Empire
4. Godzilla: King of the Monsters
5. Godzilla

Ranking the Treasures of a Filmmaking Legend

1. Jurassic Park
2. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
3. Raiders of the Lost Ark
4. Catch Me If You Can
5. Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
6. West Side Story
7. The Adventures of Tintin
8. Jaws
9. Minority Report
10. Bridge of Spies

...plus 3 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.

A list 65 million years in the making!

1. Jurassic Park
2. Jurassic World
3. The Lost World: Jurassic Park
4. Jurassic Park III
5. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
6. Jurassic World Dominion

May the force be with you!

1. The Empire Strikes Back
2. Star Wars
3. Return of the Jedi
4. Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
5. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
6. Star Wars: The Force Awakens
7. Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace
8. Star Wars: The Last Jedi
9. Solo: A Star Wars Story
10. Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones

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Fast cars, furious drama, jaw-dropping setpieces and a sprinkle of 'logic, who?' – that's the 'Fast & Furious' saga for you.

1. Fast Five
2. Furious 7
3. Fast & Furious 6
4. The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift
5. The Fast and the Furious
6. The Fate of the Furious
7. Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw
8. Fast X
9. 2 Fast 2 Furious
10. Fast & Furious

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From heartthrob beginnings to Oscar-worthy performances, here's the ranking his diverse filmography from captivating classics to hidden gems.

1. Inception
2. Titanic
3. Django Unchained
4. The Departed
5. The Wolf of Wall Street
6. Shutter Island
7. Catch Me If You Can
8. Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood
9. Killers of the Flower Moon
10. Gangs of New York

The visionary world of James Cameron, ranked.

1. Titanic
2. Terminator 2: Judgment Day
3. Avatar
4. The Terminator
5. Avatar: The Way of Water

A power-packed list ranking Suriya's versatile brilliance from the pinnacle of action to the depths of emotion.

1. Ayan
2. Vaaranam Aayiram
3. Soorarai Pottru
4. Pithamagan
5. Jai Bhim
6. Ghajini
7. Kaakha Kaakha
8. Friends
9. Singam
10. 7Aum Arivu

...plus 13 more. View the full list on Letterboxd.