Actor ‘Appani’ Sarath’s recommendations for your lockdown watching

Staying indoors for a while? We have you covered. For your weekly Watch List, we have actor ‘Appani’ Sarath sharing his list of favourite movies/series that he recommends. “Because of the lockdown, I’m now getting more time to catch up on movies I have missed,” says Sarath, who shot to fame with the Mollywood blockbuster 'Angamaly Diaries'

May 21, 2020 03:36 pm | Updated 04:13 pm IST - Thiruvananthapuram

 Appani Sarath

Appani Sarath

Iruvar

A still from ‘Iruvar’

A still from ‘Iruvar’

This classic from Mani Ratnam scores high in every department, be it direction, casting or the performances. The story of political rivalry, inspired by real-life events, is gripping and an inspiration.

Kilukkam

A scene from ‘Kilukkam’

A scene from ‘Kilukkam’

Directed by Priyadarshan, it's an everygreen comedy in Malayalam. It's one of those movies that always proves a stress-buster and is a perfect watch for some comic relief during this lockdown.

Joker

Joaquin Phoenix in a scene from ‘Joker’

Joaquin Phoenix in a scene from ‘Joker’

Joaquin Phoenix truly deserved the Oscars for Best Actor for his brilliant performance in this film. Watching it, once can see the immense effort that went into the characterisation.

Bigil

A poster of ‘Bigil’

A poster of ‘Bigil’

Atlee is one director I like a lot and the success of this Vijay-starrer goes beyond its popular appeal. It's both a celebration and an inspiration.

Sacred Games

A still from ‘Sacred Games’

A still from ‘Sacred Games’

Web series have become quite popular for its flexibility quotient today, and Sacred Games provides wholesome entertainment. It showcases some top-notch performances, especially by Nawazuddin Sidiqqui and Saif Ali Khan.

We would love to know how you are keeping busy at home. Tell us what you are watching at metro@thehindu.co.in

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