Dead Poets Society
A inspiring and emotionally engaging drama directed by Peter weir. Robin Williams plays John Keating, an English teacher with an unconventional style who encourages his students to break free from conventional norms of life and to see poetry from a different perspective.
The Departed
‘The Departed’ | Photo Credit: Andrew Cooper
A gripping crime drama by Martin Scorcese that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The film revolves around the struggle between an Irish American gang and the Boston Police department and their efforts to stop organised crime in Massachussets. The film has a stellar cast of Leonardo Dicaprio, Jack Nicholson and Matt Demon.
The Silence Of The Lambs
‘The Silence of the Lambs’
The American classic thriller by Jonatgen Dimme is about a young FBI trainee, Clarice Starling, who seeks the help of a serial killer and a former psychiatrist Hannibal Lectar, infamously known as ‘Hannibal the Cannibal’ to catch another serial killer, ‘Buffalo Bill’, who skins his victims. The film stands out for amazing performances by Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins.
Mumbai Police
‘Mumbai Police’
This is a Malayalam thriller by Rosshan Andrrews. ACP Anthony Mosses finds out about his friend’s killer, but unfortunately meets with an accident and loses his memory. He restarts the investigation to track the murderer.
Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
‘Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri’ | Photo Credit: AP
A black comedy by Martin McDonagh. Mildred Heyes seeks justice for her daughter who was raped and murdered but the unruly police force couldn't find the culprit. With no arrest being made after seven months, she puts up three billboards to bring the Ebbing police chief into action.
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