Adnan Hameed

Adnan Hameed

Cinephile with ambition

Favorite films

  • Iruvar
  • Interstellar
  • Top Gun
  • The Godfather

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  • Empuraan

    ★★★½

  • Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam

    ★★★

  • Nadaaniyan

  • Hello Mummy

    ★★★

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  • Empuraan

    Empuraan

    ★★★½

    Creating a sequel is no easy task, especially when the original film’s success was largely due to its unique appeal and carefully crafted storytelling. This challenge intensifies when the first installment becomes a beloved classic, with its writing taking center stage. In the case of Lucifer (2019), Prithviraj Sukumaran’s directorial debut, the film’s allure stemmed from its fresh visual style, complex writing, and a strong cast, with Mohanlal’s larger-than-life presence as the iconic character Khureshi Ab’raam anchoring the film. However,…

  • Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam

    Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam

    ★★★

    In his third directorial venture, Nilavuku Enmel Ennadi Kobam (NEEK), Dhanush takes a sharp departure from the nostalgic romance of his debut film Pa Paandi, exploring love and relationships in the contemporary world, while still retaining a touch of old-school charm. With a simple premise at its core, NEEK showcases Dhanush’s unique ability to infuse depth into everyday stories, making them compelling through his treatment.

    Dhanush’s films often revolve around deceptively simple plots, yet it’s his approach to them that…

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  • Emergency

    Emergency

    The film is a poorly executed musical that left me questioning its very existence. While propaganda films typically serve to promote a specific agenda and biopics aim to portray the life of a prominent figure, this movie fails on both fronts, carving out a niche for itself as a significant misstep in cinema. I approached it with low expectations, but even those were surpassed by the sheer incompetence of what I witnessed.

    For much of the film, I genuinely believed…

  • Dragon

    Dragon

    ★★★★

    Dragon is a compelling film crafted that offers a fresh and thought-provoking perspective on the struggles faced by young people in their school and college years. The movie explores the challenges of balancing personal desires, academic pressures, and societal expectations, delving into the crucial decisions that shape the paths of adolescence. With its insightful narrative, Dragon emphasizes the importance of focus, determination, and moral integrity, encouraging viewers to reflect on the impact of their choices on their future.

    One of…

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