With our attentions so successfully commandeered, it’s a shame that it ends as abruptly as it does. Otherwise, it is a wholly beautiful film. Though, it misses a few beats, it may cause a seismic shift within Pakistani Cinema.
Tag: pakistani art
Sherdil Review: Patriotic Free Fall
Sherdil, in spite of the patriotism it puts on display, is a pendulum, rocking between compelling and cringeworthy.
Mein: Meesha Shafi’s Act of Defiance
Okay so, I’ve taken off my watch, rings and wristbands. I do this to ensure no hindrances as I begin to write this article. My hope is, by relaying this information, you understand the urgency with which I write this. Pepsi Battle of the Bands Season 3 concluded this past weekend. This season’s swan song…
5 Pakistani Artists You Won’t Find on Coke Studio
In an older article, I warned, or let’s say prophesied, that if the producers of Coke Studio aren’t careful, their seat on the pinnacle of Pakistani Music will be taken. Today, I’m going to effectively give that seat away. Away to five people, who I believe should be safely and comfortably perched at the top….
Cake Film Review: Sweet, Fulfilling and Subtle
In an older article I said that Cake may just take the spot of my favourite film of the year from Parchi. Well guess what! It just did. Cake is by far the BEST (yes capital ‘B E S T’ best) Pakistani film of recent years. It has everything you’d want in a Pakistani movie,…
Let’s Talk About Cake
There are moments in your life that are so incredibly life altering that they make you question everything. Sometimes they reaffirm your beliefs, and give you the guidance you need to push on. While at other times, they save you from making grave errors of judgment. Regardless of the effect, they ensure that you feel…
Pari and the Teething Baby that is Pakistani Horror
The prospect of going to watch a horror movie excites me a lot more than most people. I relish the palpable tension, admire the set up to the scare and thrive off the adrenaline rush. My intrinsic response to getting scared is laughter. I laugh more during horror films than most comedies. My maniacal laugh…
Allahyar and the Legend of Good Animation
Animation is something we’ve all grown up with. Be it Disney, Cartoon Network or Nickelodeon, everyone has, at some point or another, watched and enjoyed cartoons. Having grown up with these, I also grew up with the idea that stellar animation can only come from abroad. Because I never had a truly Pakistani animation to…
