11 Movies and TV Shows You Must Watch
My Favourites Of 2021
The Undoing
Genre - Crime, Mystery, Drama
Synopsis -
A modern twist to a classical "whodunnit" tale, when the life of a wealthy New York therapist turns upside down after she and her family get involved with a murder case.
My Review -
Given that it's well-executed, one can never go wrong with a slow-burning mystery, and The Undoing hit the bull's eye. There was a constant feeling that something was wrong, but I couldn't pick up what it was until the final reveal.
It was a pleasure watching Nicole Kidman in her element and Hugh Grant way outside his element. And I have to thank this show for introducing me to Edgar Ramirez.
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Zero Dark Thirty
Genre - Drama, History, Thriller
Synopsis -
A chronicle of the decade-long hunt for al-Qaeda terrorist leader Osama bin Laden after the September 2001 attacks and his death at the hands of the Navy S.E.A.L.s Team 6 in May 2011.
My Review -
Even though I knew how it would all end, this movie was edge-of-the-seat and nail-biting. I enjoyed this movie. This movie was perfect.
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Secrets of Saqqara Tomb
Genre - Documentary, History
Synopsis -
After unearthing a tomb that had been untouched for 4,400 years, Egyptian archaeologists attempt to decipher the history of the astonishing find.
My Review -
This Saqqara tomb documentary was fascinating, awe-inspiring. It made me emotional to see how respectful and human the workers are towards their buried ancestors.
I need to watch more Egyptian history documentaries.
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Mimi
Genre - Comedy, Drama
Synopsis -
Bhanu introduced Mimi to an American couple as a surrogate in exchange for Rs 2 million. She decides to have the baby even when they change their mind and tells her parent that Bhanu is the father.
My Review -
This is the first time I liked Kriti Sanon as an actress. This was also the first time she had to carry the whole movie on her shoulders, and she did a good job. I'll be looking forward to what she does next.
Also, loved how the makers decided to bring the movie to a conclusion. A fresh and satisfying end.
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The Empire
Genre - Drama, History, Action
Synopsis -
Season One of The Empire focuses on the arrival of Emperor Babur and the Mughal Empire in India.
My Review -
I was excited about this show. And I am happy to report it exceeded my expectations. Just the right amount of drama, action and acting.
And I have to thank this show for the new and improved Dino Morea.
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Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Genre - Superhero, Sci-fi, Action, Adventure
Synopsis -
Shang-Chi, the master of weaponry-based Kung Fu, is forced to confront his past after being drawn into the Ten Rings organization.
My Review -
This Marvel movie is one of the most beautifully crafted superhero movies.
I love how this movie is less about how Shang-Chi becomes a superhero. It's about the father-son dynamic between Shang-Chi and his father, Wenwu.
Like most Marvel movies, this movie has the perfect blend of action, story, depth, comedy, and redemption.
And I have to thank this show for introducing me to Tony Leung.
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Loki
Genre - Superhero, Sci-fi, Action, Adventure
Synopsis -
The mercurial villain Loki resumes his role as the God of Mischief in a new series after the events of "Avengers: Endgame."
My Review -
It's always a pleasure to watch Tom Hiddleston.
Though the show dipped in momentum sometimes, it was able to gather itself and drop a jaw-dropping cliffhanger by the final act.
Excited to see what's in store for Loki next.
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What If?
Genre - Superhero, Sci-fi, Animation, Action, Adventure
Synopsis -
Exploring pivotal moments from the Marvel Cinematic Universe and turning them on their head, leading the audience into uncharted territory.
My Review -
Thanks to Disney+, Marvel can now be more creative and top-of-the-box.
This show, and the creative freedom it gave to the creators, is helping the other shows and movies to take risks. While also entertaining the fans.
A win-win for both parties.
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Spider-Man: No Way Home
Genre - Superhero, Sci-fi, Action, Adventure
Synopsis -
With Spider-Man's identity now revealed, Peter asks Doctor Strange for help. When a spell goes wrong, dangerous foes from other worlds start to appear, forcing Peter to discover what it truly means to be Spider-Man.
My Review -
Some emotional scenes and the third act proved that Tom Holland has a bright future.
Hands down, one of the best Spider-Man movies I have seen!
And it could have been possible only because of all the previous Spider-Man movies we have seen since 2002.
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In theatres near you! Coming soon on Disney+Hotstar
WandaVision
Genre - Superhero, Sci-fi, elements of comedy and mystery
Synopsis -
Blends the style of classic sitcoms with the MCU, in which Wanda Maximoff and Vision - two super-powered beings living their ideal suburban lives - begin to suspect that everything is not as it seems.
My Review -
THE BEST SHOW I SAW IN 2021.
WandaVision was the torch-bearer for Disney+ and MCU future.
To blend sitcoms and MCU is as out-of-the-box as it can get. The final product is perfect.
Finally, Elizabeth Olsen got the space to show off her calibre as an actress. If it was for me to decide, I'd give her all the awards for the year.
And I have to thank this show for introducing me to the mind-blowingly impressive and extraordinary Kathryn Hahn.
Super excited to see her in her own upcoming spin-off Agatha: House of Harkness.
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Friends
Genre - Comedy
Synopsis -
Follows the funny, rollercoaster personal and professional lives of six twenty to thirty-something-year-old friends living in Manhattan.
My Review -
My saviour from 2021!
I started watching this show in July 2021, and it has become a daily part of my evening routine.
It's funny, silly, witty, quirky, stupid. And it kept me going through some insane times.
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(All show images are from IMDB.)
