No Country for Old Men (2007/USA) is a great film to rewatch anytime. As this thriller by the Coen brothers might blow your mind, quite literally; moreover, it won the Oscar Award too. This 2007 film is based on the 2005 novel of the same name, “No Country for Old Men” by American author Cormac […]
The Gomorrah (Seasons 1 to 5) series explores the secretive and violent world of the Mafia in Italy. So, this Italian crime drama depicts the leaders of the Camorra mob, the dangerous criminal organisation in Naples. Please note that this show is based on Roberto Saviano’s best-selling book “Gomorrah”.
The Killing (Forbrydelsen/2007-2012/Danish) series is a terrific Nordic Noir from Denmark. In this Danish police procedural drama series created by Søren Sveistrup, the lead actress, Sofie Gråbøl, plays the protagonist brilliantly.
The “Yellowstone” (Seasons 1 to 5/USA) series depicts the Duttons fighting to save their land and legacy. So, this modern tale delves into grave threats being posed to this ranch family in Montana, USA. This big-budget series was created by the showrunner and writer Taylor Sheridan.
Beef is a mini-series that narrates a road rage tale with a deadly aftermath. This dark comedy tells a contemporary tale about a simple road rage incident in modern society. And how that one incident spirals completely out of control. Please note that in this context, the word “Beef” means bickering, dispute, quarrel, squabble, etc.
Delhi Crime (Seasons 1 & 2) series tells the grim stories of anarchy from the world of lawlessness in the national capital region of India. So far, it has focused on the most terrible crimes in Delhi. Delhi – this historical city in modern India displays two contrasting sides of the power and poverty equation.
Luther polices the dark world of evil criminals in the metropolitan city of London, UK. It delves deep into the life of edgy but gifted Detective Chief Inspector (DCI) John Luther.
The Slow Horses (Seasons 1 & 2/2022) series offers a glimpse into the secret yet thrilling world of British Spies. The series focuses on the so-called failed spies of the British espionage agency MI5, as they attempt to redeem themselves. This British spy drama is based on the “Slough House” series of novels by Mick
The ‘Prey’ (2022/USA) is an action and adventure-packed Hollywood movie. The pre-colonial era of the early 1700s period in the Comanche Nation of North America is the setting of this drama. And, notably, the story of this standalone Sci-fi movie is related to the “Predator” movie franchise.
Jai Bhim (2021/Tamil) movie focuses on the legal drama involving people belonging to the Indigenous community of India. In a way, this film offers a peek into the issue of casteism and social discrimination in India. The real-life court case of Justice Krishnaswami Chandru (Tamil Nadu) has loosely inspired this film.