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Cooking Up Murder: Uncovering the Story of César Román (2024)
That's it?
The documentary itself is fine. Being a foreigner I didn't understand all the inside references, but I was able to follow most of the story. There might be few open questions that could have been covered with more depth, but overall I found it to be quite good.
However, I am writing this review/post just to ask one question. That's it? For killing someone, robbing them of all the happiness and dreams, destroying the lives of their family and friends and dismembering their body (few body parts missing) which gave disturbing last memories to them and caused insult to the victim..all you have is a sentence of 15 years? That's it? I thought the judicial system of the UK was bad, but I think that of Spain is worse. Can't believe it.
Bosch: Legacy (2022)
Still amazing, still gritty and still underrated
I had started watching Bosch being somewhat doubtful about how deep I would be going, but soon I was pleasantly surprised. By the end of last season of Bosch had turn into a big fan and the show became one of my favourites. I was still skeptical about how much I would be enjoying Bosch: Legacy and once again I was pleasantly surprised. Just like the intro music, the show grows on you with progressing episodes.
It's still a Bosch show despite it appearing as if Maddie takes the lead and Bosch takes a back seat. Bosch is still the lead and he still does what he did being a cop. Now being a private investigator has it's challenges and has it's benefits too. The development of Maddie's character with her being a rookie cop is done well. Her relationship with his ex-cop father is also explored with nuances.
Few characters from the original show appear from time to time and it's always nice to see. The new character of Mo is likeable.
The usual pattern of addressing multiple subplots is also followed here and I never disliked it. Story is still engaging with few wow moments in second two. I found season two be better than season one and it's a great sign. Just like the original show, this one is underrated but hopefully we'll get more of Bosch in the future.
American Murder: The Family Next Door (2020)
I've seen it all now.
I've seen hundreds of documentaries and videos on true crime, I have been shocked, disgusted, disturbed and horrified by the evil done by so many perpetrators, but this documentary was one of the most impacting. I feel like I have completely seen to what length a human can stoop so low and the epitome of selfishness one can show. The reason is of course the actual footage used and the director's skill presenting it meticulously to create the maximum impact.
Chris shocked me to death. I mean from the beginning we know what must have happened, but the way it all went down I can't say I have seen a worse living creature. At least most of the serial killers have some issues like mental illness caused due to, their abusive and rough upbringing and their born behaviour traits but I wonder what Chris must have gone through to possess a mind that made him do those monstrous things. He not only had the heart to kill his whole family including an unborn child and two kids, but he had the audacity to pin the murders of his kids on their own mother. That action caused sufferings to his in laws that I cannot even dare to imagine. The disrespect he showed to his wife and her motherhood was probably worse than even murdering her. After committing those crimes he didn't even have the balls to face the death penalty. Such selfishness and cowardice is hard to swallow.
I know this more of a reaction rather than a review, but I had to let it out. A review was critical because the author didn't feel that the documentary had enough depth and it's style didn't answer all the questions. It could be right to an extent. Shannan openly accepted that she was the dominant one and some of her actions must have angered Chris, but nothing she might have done was worth taking her life along with her children.
Vaalvi (2023)
Termites hold the key.
I've watched hundreds of Thrillers, handful number of Thrilcoms and I've always wished that such movies should be made in Marathi too. Thankfully my wish has come true and we have got a movie that shouldn't be missed. This is an original movie that keeps you on the edge of your seat and makes you laugh hard at the subtle dark comedy in it. Funny thing is you even wonder how can I be laughing at such situations but you can't help.
The length of Valvi is just 1 hour 46 minutes, with no songs, no futile romance and no nonsense. It's fast paced. The script is tight and engaging. The dialogues are witty and on point. Direction is smart. I am a big fan of Paresh Mokashi and I've loved his work since I watched his play 'Mukkampost Bombilwadi' which happens to be my most favourite. He has good experience with comedy but I was surprised to see his hand at Thrillers. I don't like to compare as such, but I can call him Marathi industry's Shriram Raghavan.
As far as acting is concerned I think all actors have done their job superbly. I'm not a big fan of Swwapnil Joshi, but I loved his acting in this movie. He should actually be utilised for such unconventional roles. Shivani Surve has done a great job too. So has Subodh and Anita Date.
Overall this is one Marathi movie that you should not miss. Especially the people who love Thrillers.
Won't say anything about the title of my review. One should watch the movie to get it.
B.E. Rojgaar (2022)
B.E.Rojgar
Probably the best webseries in Marathi yet. All the characters are fleshed out well. The performances are top notch. Sambhaji Sasane steals the show. Sai Tamhankar plays the vidarbha girl with ease. Her accent seems authentic. Jagdeesh Kannam is also very good. The story development and direction are on point. Marathi webseries game just got real. Please watch it. It's free!
Bosch (2014)
Criminally underrated
I think Bosch is one of the best cop shows out there. Few of the 'The Wire' veterans play characters in Bosch and it's almost as if they bring the nuances and subtleties from The Wire in it. The lead Titus welliver is just amazing. I'm glad he has got a show of his own. One of the best things about Bosch is, it gets better with every new season. Can't wait to watch the final season and also the spin off.