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BOX OFFICE BREAKDOWN | Drama, horror, and a little something for the kids
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Whether you are planning a weekend night out or you’re working a babysitting gig, there’s enough to choose from at the box office.
In Popdust’s column, Box Office Breakdown, we aim to inform you of the top flicks to check out every weekend depending on what you’re in the mood to enjoy. Looking to laugh? What about having your pants scared off? Maybe you just need a little love? Whatever the case may be, we have you covered. Take a peek at our top picks for this week…
Rampage
A primatologist and a silverback gorilla have a lot more in common than is normal, or even uncanny. The gorilla and the scientist have been together the monkey’s entire life, but when an experiment with CRISPR (a gene-altering science) does not go as planned, the gorilla strays away from his gentle nature. And he is not the only primate of his kind who is going to be trying to destroy anything that comes in his path. The scientist must work with a team of genetic engineers to find the anecdote to the problem, entering in a battlefield and hoping to bring back his friend.
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PG-13 | Running Time 1hr 55m | New Line Cinema | Director: Brad Peyton
Starring:Dwayne Johnson, Naomie Harris, Malin Akerman, and more!
Aardvark
Family drama has never been quite like this. A mentally unstable man goes to therapy seeking out help with his hallucinations. He also casually mentions that his brother is coming to town. Little does the therapist know that the brother of this man is someone she’s interested in starting a relationship with. Crossing the lines of what is appropriate and what isn’t make for a messy situation as she tries to find a diagnosis for her patient, keep up her her romance, and find the truth in the matter of what is real and what is not. Hopefully you will not find it relatable.
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PG-13 | Running Time 1hr 29m | Before the Door Pictures | Director: Brian Shoaf
Starring:Zachary Quinto, Jenny Slate, Sheila Vand, and more!
An Ordinary Man
An English war criminal and former general has been hiding from authorities all over the world after the trouble he has gotten himself into over the years. Hardly anyone even remembers that he exists. In his latest hideout, he finds a new housekeeper to keep him company. Eventually the two develop a sort of companionship. This grows far more complicated when he learns she is actually an agent who had been hired by the government to protect him. He is about to make a choice that will change the course of both of their lives forever. If that doesn’t sound like something to put you on the edge of your seat, then I don’t know what would.
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R | Running Time 1hr 30m | Enderby Entertainment | Director: Brad Silberling
Starring:Ben Kingsley, Hera Hilmar, Peter Serafinowicz, and more!
Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero
Yes, this is a movie about a dog who helps save people during World War I, but just stay with me for a second. It’s not as cheesy as it sounds. For one, it’s based on a true story, and explores the history of the most decorated dog in the American military ever. I bet you’re wondering how many dogs are in the military. That is not the point. Follow this pup as he goes through basic training and shows off being much braver than any of the soldiers. Bring your kids (or your friend’s kids) and you all might actually learn something.
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PG | Running Time 1hr 25m | Fun Academy Media Group | Director: Richard Lanni
Starring:Helena Bonham Carter, Logan Lerman, Gérard Depardieu, and more!
And our ⭐️ TOP PICK ⭐️ …
Blumhouse’s Truth or Dare
We saved the scariest for last with this thriller starring a familiar face or two for many of you out there. A bunch of friends are hanging out and playing Truth or Dare. Totally normal right? Things start to go wrong when one of them decides to lie and refuses to perform a dare. Sounds a little extreme and a whole lot of scary. The group must figure out how these terrifying things are happening or run the risk of supernatural forces taking over their game night forever. How long will them demon let them go on before he gets tired of playing the game?
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PG-13 | Running Time 1hr 40m | Blumhouse Productions | Director: Jeff Wadlow
Starring:Lucy Hale, Tyler Posey, Violett Beane, and more!
Really like a film you’ve seen or know of one coming out soon that we should check out? Shoot me an email and let me know!
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Best Malayalam Movies from 2023’s First Half: From Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam to 2018; Here’s the full list
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The year 2023 was a mixed bag as far as Malayalam movies are concerned. Of course, there wasn’t any shortage of good and inventive cinema. But the quality of these films failed to replicate itself in their box office collections. There have been fewer than five clean hits in the industry this year. But the films that did attain commercial success turned out to be blockbusters. Take, for instance, Romancham, which became the surprise hit of the year, or 2018, which went on to become the highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time.
Alas, the theatrical success of these films is a conversation for another day. Right now, let’s look at the best Malayalam movies that came out in the first half of this year, in no particular order.
Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam
- Movie Genre: Comedy, Drama
- Running Time: 1h 44m
- Movie Star Cast: Mammootty, Ramya Suvi, Ramya Pandian, Ashokan
- Director: Lijo Jose Pellissery
- Writer: S Hareesh
- Where to watch/OTT Platform: Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 7.5/10
As Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam brought together a cinematic legend and an out-of-the-box filmmaker, people had already rated the film very highly even before watching it. Lijo Jose Pellissery and Mammootty created a film that wasn’t as chaotic as the filmmaker’s previous directorial ventures but was intriguing nonetheless. Mammootty’s towering presence hooked the audience to the screens. Pellissery, one of the most exciting filmmaking voices in the country today, did not indulge in any spoon-feeding and let the audience think for themselves.
2018
- Movie Genre: Survival thriller
- Running Time: 2h 34m
- Movie Star Cast: Tovino Thomas, Kunchacko Boban, Narain, Asif Ali, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Aparna Balamurali
- Director: Jude Anthany Joseph
- Writer: Akhil P. Dharmajan, Jude Anthany Joseph
- Where to watch/OTT Platform: Sony Liv
- IMDb Rating: 8.5/10
The 2018 Kerala floods was a disastrous event for the people of the state. As the film was based on a true incident that impacted the lives of every person living in Kerala, in some capacity, people connected with the film in a way that was almost unprecedented. Jude Anthany Joseph crafted a film that pulled people’s heartstrings and spoke to the audience’s emotional core. To add to its success, 2018 was also a technically solid film.
Purusha Pretham
- Movie Genre: Procedural drama, Satirical comedy
- Running Time: 2h 33m
- Movie Star Cast: Alexander Prasanth, Jagadish, Darshana Rajendran, Maala Parvathi
- Director: Krishand
- Writer: Ajith Haridas, Manu Thodupuzha
- Where to watch/OTT Platform: Sony Liv
- IMDb Rating: 7.2/10
The police procedural movie featured the year’s breakout star, Alexander Prasanth. The film revolves around humorous commentary on the daily lives of police officers. With the intricate characterization of its lead character, SI Sebastian, Purusha Pretham was intriguing, inventive, and engaging. The film is a satirical take on a serious issue, and the way the narrative was explored was unique.
Iratta
- Movie Genre: Drama, Thriller, Mystery
- Running Time: 1h 52m
- Movie Star Cast: Joju George, Anjali, Arya Salim, Srikant Murali
- Director: Rohit M G Krishnan
- Writer: Rohit M G Krishnan
- Where to watch/OTT Platform: Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 7.7/10
Featuring Joju George in dual roles, Iratta was haunting in every sense of the word. Joju played a huge role in pulling the audience into the world of Iratta with his masterful performance. The film keeps you wondering till the end, and the reveal is sure to give you literal chills. Also to note, this isn’t a preferred watch for anyone looking for a jovial time at the movies. Iratta is a disturbing watch that is sure to make you uncomfortable.
Thankam
- Movie Genre: Crime, Drama
- Running Time: 2h 25m
- Movie Star Cast: Biju Menon, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Aparna Balamurali
- Director: Saheed Arafath
- Writer: Syam Pushkaran
- Where to watch/OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Video
- IMDb Rating: 7.2/10
Thankam is written by one of the most trusted writers in Malayalam cinema at the moment, who has consistently delivered quality content. Written by Syam Pushkaran, Thankam was an immersive watch that deserved more appreciation for what it did with an intriguing core plot. The well-acted and well-made film revolves around the world of gold dealing in Thrissur. What makes the film even more exciting is that it is based on true events.
Romancham
- Movie Genre: Comedy, Horror
- Running Time: 2h 9m
- Movie Star Cast: Soubin Shahir, Arjun Ashokan, Sajin Gopu, Siju Sunny
- Director: Jithu Madhavan
- Writer: Jithu Madhavan
- Where to watch/OTT Platform: Disney+ Hotstar
- IMDb Rating: 7.6/10
Romancham may not be the most layered or intricate film on this list, but it definitely managed to connect with the Malayali audience in a way that no other film in recent times could. A relatable film about friendship and the Ouija board struck a chord with the general audience. It was a film made for theaters, as Romancham reminded everyone that movies are, at the end of the day, a collective experience. It is the kind of film that you watch with your friends to have a good time and relax.
Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum
- Movie Genre: Comedy, Drama
- Running Time: 2h 51m
- Movie Star Cast: Fahadh Faasil, Anjana Jayaprakash, Dhwani Rajesh, Viji Venkatesh
- Director: Akhil Sathyan
- Writer: Akhil Sathyan
- Where to watch/OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Video
- IMDb Rating: 7.3/10
Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum, set in the Sathyan Anthikad universe of feel-good films, is anything but complex. That is also the beauty of it. With Fahadh Faasil’s incredible comic timing and three wonderful female characters from three generations, the film was successful in what it set out to achieve. Fahadh was back in his Njan Prakashan and Oru Indian Pranayakadha zone for this one. Anjana Jayaprakash as Hamsadhwani, Dhwani Rajesh as Nidhi, and Viji Venkatesh as Laila were magical in their respective roles.
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