Movies

In the pantheon of contemporary Indian film protagonists, Pushpa stands tall.

In a nutshell, if you combine David Mamet’s tight-knit dialogue, have it delivered by two seasoned actors in the untamed wilderness of Alaska, and add a towering bear for dramatic effect, you end up with the captivating 1997 survival thriller named “The Edge“. This movie features none other than Anthony Hopkins and Alec Baldwin. Although it was generally praised upon its debut, it’s now making waves as a popular streaming choice on Tubi, climbing up the top ten list unexpectedly.

During the initial stages of his career, Chad Michael Murray found fame as a teen idol. However, at one point, he considered quitting show business altogether.

Although I don’t indulge in as many Christmas movies and specials as I once did, there are a handful that remain close to my heart. One of these is the 2000 adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, which I believe stands among the finest holiday films ever made. Compared to the 1966 animated special, it might not reach the same heights, but Jim Carrey’s portrayal of the grumpy green character still holds a special place in my affections – he certainly embodies one of Seuss’ many sociopathic characters perfectly! With Carrey recently stating his conditions for reprising The Grinch, I must confess that I’m secretly hoping this could become a reality.

In 1986, a trio consisting of writer Alan Moore, artist Dave Gibbons, and colorist John Higgins from Britain brought to life the comic book series Watchmen. It’s an intriguing tale set in a different reality where superheroes made their debut in the 1940s and ’50s. Their existence subtly influenced historical events, resulting in America winning the Vietnam War and avoiding the Watergate Scandal exposure. Yet, life wasn’t perfect; by the ’80s, superheroes were banned and tensions between America and the Soviet Union were escalating towards a potential World War III.