Goutham R, an MBA graduate from Kozhikode, sends in his top five movies
The Prestige
The Christopher Nolan movie depicts the rivalry between two highly talented magicians who will do just about anything to be the best in the business. With an intricate screenplay, a star-studded cast and a mind-blowing climax, it keeps the audience at the edge of their seats throughout.
The Shawshank Redemption
Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman sitting outside on the benches playing checkers and talking in a scene from the film 'The Shawshank Redemption', 1994. (Photo by Castle Rock Entertainment/Getty Images)
This evergreen classic can be best summed up by one of the quotes in the film itself: “Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies.” Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman deliver great performances in the movie, which is based on a Stephen King novella.
A Millionaire’s First Love
This heart-breaking Korean romance drama revolves around the theme ‘Nothing is more important than the true love of your heart.’ It is a classic tear-jerker that’s sure to touch a chord in the viewer.
Madrasapattinam
Madrasapattinam stills
Directed by Vijay, this period romance drama is set against the backdrop of pre-Independence Chennai (Madras). With brilliant sets and a dreamy background score, the film transports you back to the olden times. In a way, it also depicts the gradual destruction through urbanisation of a once-beautiful city.
Pannaiyarum Padminiyum
Simplicity is the soul of this film and it’s reflected in its every aspect, be it the portrayal of the characters or the storytelling or the background score. In this age of extravagance and melodrama, this Tamil movie is a pleasant change.
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