Thursday, 12 December 2024
Thursday, 12 December 2024
Even as Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule reigns supreme in theatres, this week brings together a diverse mix of new releases, re-releases and tributes to the icons of Indian cinema. Whether you're a fan of gripping horrors, inspirational documentaries, or nostalgic classics, the big screen has something on offer for you.
NEW RELEASES
Zero Se Restart (Hindi)
Directed by: Jaskunwar Kohli
Cast: Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Vikrant Massey
Dive into the making of 12th Fail with Jaskunwar Kohli’s documentary Zero Se Restart. This behind-the-scenes journey captures the challenges faced by producer-director Vidhu Vinod Chopra and the unwavering dedication of Vikrant Massey, whose meticulous preparation brought his character to life. Featuring a soul-stirring score by Shantanu Moitra, the film is an ode to perseverance and creativity of a filmmaker.
Heretic (English)
Directed by: Scott Beck and Bryan Woods
Cast: Sophie Thatcher, Chloe East, Hugh Grant
From the creators of A Quiet Place comes Heretic, a psychological horror that blends terror with a deeper exploration of faith and human nature. The film stars Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East as two missionaries who visit a reclusive man, Mr. Reed (Hugh Grant), during a snowstorm, aiming to convert him. Reed lures them with false pretenses, trapping them and challenging their faith with disturbing claims about religion and control. Trapped in a dungeon, they witness a prophet’s resurrection.
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim (English)
Directed by: Kenji Kamiyama
Cast: Brian Cox, Gaia Wise, Luke Pasqualino, Miranda Otto
Return into the world of Middle-earth with The War of the Rohirrim, an animated fantasy film set over 183 years before Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, The War of the Rohirrim tells the tale of Helm Hammerhand (Brian Cox), King of Rohan, and his family’s courageous battle against an army of Dunlendings. Gaia Wise plays Héra, the daughter of Helm, while Luke Pasqualino portrays the leader of the Dunlendings.
RE-RELEASES
Thalapathi (Tamil)
Directed by: Mani Ratnam
Cast: Rajinikanth, Mammootty, Arvind Swami, Jaishankar, Amrish Puri, Srividya, Bhanupriya, Shobana, Geetha
Fans of Rajinikanth can relive the magic of Mani Ratnam’s Thalapathi on the superstar's birthday as the 1991 gangster drama returns to theatres on December 12. A modern take on the Mahabharata, Thalapathi features Rajinikanth as Surya, who was abandoned as a baby and raised in the slums, and grows up to fight injustice. His fearless nature impresses Devaraj (Mammootty), a feared but just gangster, who makes Surya his closest ally. Conflict arises when Arjun (Arvind Swami), a law-abiding collector and Surya’s estranged brother, opposes their violent methods.
Raj Kapoor 100: A Centenary Tribute
Raj Kapoor, a name synonymous with timeless storytelling, continues to inspire as the world celebrates his birth centenary. To honour his legacy, PVR INOX and Film Heritage Foundation of India are jointly organising a film festival titled Raj Kapoor 100 that brings ten of his iconic films back to theatres from December 13 to 15. Classics like Awara, Shree 420, Sangam, and Mera Naam Joker will be screened across 101 theatres in 34 cities for just Rs 100 per ticket.
