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Welcome to D54! The home of Amit, Sunny and Dennis. Expect film and TV reviews from the new and old. We'll also throw in some banter, throwbacks, obscure cultural references, randomness and a of bunch of laughs to keep you entertained. Are you not entertained!! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google & Amazon Music!!! Check out our instagram, and also, like, share and subscribe.
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Movie Name: Aattam (2024)Director: Anand EkarshiWriter: Anand EkarshiCast: Vinay Forrt, Zarin Shihab, Kalabhavan Shajon, Nandan Unni--------------Hosts: AmitGuest: Kathy ( @CinemondoPodcast )Amit is joined by Kathy from @CinemondoPodcast to review the the critics darling, Aattam. Let us know what you think about this movie in the comments section!#…
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Movie Name: Moothon (2019)Director: Geethu MohandasWriter: Geethu MohandasCast: Nivin Pauly, Sanjana Dipu, Dileesh Pothan, Roshan Mathew, Sobhita Dhulipala--------------Hosts: Amit, DougDescription: Amit and Doug review and react to one hell of a movie, Moonthon featuring the very talented Nivin Pauly! This movie truely surprised us with an unbelie…
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Amit is joined by Kathy from @CinemondoPodcast and Melanie from @PardesiReviews to review the debut movie from Manjummel Boys director, Chidambaram S. Poduval, Jan. E. Man. This movie was a little bit of everything, but it was great watching the origins of Chidambaram S. Poduval. Let us know what you think about this movie in the comments section!#…
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D54 is back following our favourite policeman, Joju George, in the survival thriller Nayattu (2021). This story packs in everything - an edge-of-your seat manhunt, class dynamics that erupt violently, and a political machine that is insurmountable - all leading to an inevitable and tragic conclusion. Joju George is terrific as the world weary polic…
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Join us as we review the 2023 Malayalam comedy-horror hit Romancham. Heavy on the comedy and light on the horror, this film is an absolute joy. From its gorgeous cinematography to its roaring soundtrack, Romancham reminds us how much fun you can have, even when you’re being haunted by a malevolent spirit summoned through a ouija board. But what ele…
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We continue our Mammootty odyssey with the terrific psychological thriller Munnariyippu (2014). Mammootty’s muted yet masterful performance as Raghavan, a gentle and thoughtful prisoner, will have you spellbound from the first scene to the shocking finale. Aparna Gopinath holds her own beside Mammootty, portraying an ambitious journalist drawn to R…
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YouTube ----- Amit introduces Doug to the world of Malayalam cinema, as we review perhaps the most influential Malayalam movie ever, Drishyam (2013). We open up by firstly going through Doug's first impressions of Drishyam, before talking about everything we loved about this movie. We discuss the performances of the cast, and most importantly the l…
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D54 goes where Mammotty leads as we review the dreamlike and deeply engrossing Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam (2022). We discuss Mammootty’s amazing dual performance as James and Sundaram, his prolific output at age 71, and his unparalleled range. We try to solve the unsolvable mystery at the heart of this film, while admiring the gorgeous cinematograph…
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In this weeks episode, Amit and Doug discuss the critically acclaimed autobiographical movie, The Fablemans. Before dissecting this movie, we talk about the influence that Steven Spielberg has had on cinema, and even more so on our lives (especially Dougs). We then go into the movie and discuss how well it has been made, and talk about how gracious…
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Amit and Doug are back in the ring and this time we discuss the epic Creed 3. This movie gave us a little bit of everything, and we are here to break it all down. We discuss how this movie separates itself from the Rocky franchise once and for all, Johnathan Majors nuanced performance, Michael B Jordans impressive directorial debut, the emotional i…
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Amit and Doug do the unthinkable, and review Jurassic Park Dominion. In this review, we discuss why the Jurassic Park franchise captivated us from an early age, and then talk about what we liked and didn't like in this movie. We give the movie credit for it's amazing cinematography and score, as well as some of the storylines it sets up. All that b…
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Join the Amit and Dennis as they review the critically acclaimed, "The Banshees of Inisherin". A masterpiece of storytelling set on a small Irish island in 1923, "The Banshees of Inisherin" is an accessible yet powerful art film that explores themes of friendship, family, legacy, and more. Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson deliver powerful performa…
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D54 returns to Malayalam cinema with the hugely entertaining ‘Mukunthan Unni Associates’ (2022). Putting the ‘black’ in black comedy, Vineet Srinivasan delivers a masterful performance as an ambitious and deeply sociopathic lawyer who decides that success is his only option. We discuss the film’s depiction of the legal professional, the wonderfully…
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Amit is joined by his old mate, Reese (Reel Reese) to discuss the latest viral sensation, M3GAN. In this review, we discuss Reese's unique cinema experience, how M3GAN mixed in elements of drama, sci-fi and general campiness with deeper questions about parenting and the future of toys. We of course also compare it with other similar horror movies (…
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The Menu is a wild and entertaining ride that brings together a talented ensemble cast to create a black comedy horror film like no other. Ralph Fiennes shines as a celebrity chef, with standout performances by Hong Chau and Anya Taylor-Joy. Join us as we try and peel back the layers on this incredibly profound movie, and theorise on what we think …
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Join D54 as we review the film we forgot we were waiting for - Avatar 2: The Way of the Water. We discuss the phenonmeon that was the original Avartar, our expectations going into the sequel, the 13-year delay and James Cameron’s filmography. While we reserve our criticisms for the second half, here we discuss in the groundbreaking and awe-inspirin…
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D54 are diving back into Malayalam cinema with Bheeshma Parvam (2022), an atmospheric gangster epic starring the legendary Mammootty. We discuss Mammootty’s towering performance as the head of the Anjootti family, a brilliant ensemble cast that delivers knockout performances, and how director Amal Neerad crafted an action thriller that has you hook…
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"Are you a fan of nail-biting thrillers? Look no further! In our latest video, Amit and Doug review the blockbuster smash hit, Glass Onion. We dive into the latest murder mystery movie on Netflix, with twists and turns that will leave you on the edge of your seat. We compare this movie with it's predecessor, Knives Out, talk about Rian Johnson film…
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In this video, I review the latest Bollywood survival thriller on Netflix Mili. From the gripping plot to the electrifying performances, this film had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. But don't just take my word for it – check out the video to see my thoughts on the movie, as well as some of the standout moments and themes. If you're…
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Amit and Dennis review the action blockbuster starting Saul Goodman aka Bob Odenkirk, Nobody. We compare this movie with other classic 90s and 00s action movies, talk about the insane trivia which brought this movie to fruition, Bob Odenkirks badass performance and discuss how well this movie was put together. We also talk a little but about how we…
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Amit reviews one of the latest anime series to hit Netflix, Lookism. This might be the surprise of the year, as Amit discusses the serious nature of this show and it's layered approach to discuss teenage bullying, the difference's he noticed in Korean amine, the impressive writing and how closely it ties to the webtoon, and hopes for a second seaso…
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Amit and Sunny review the Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson’s long awaited superhero blockbuster, Black Adam (2022). We discuss Johnson’s charismatic performance as the overpowered anti-hero, a plot that feels 20 years old, the supporting cast of Marvel-esque superheroes, and that iconic (in a bad way) DCEU CGI. Is this Rock Bottom for DC? Or is this a wel…
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Amit and Dennis welcome Doug to the D54 crew, as we review the recent monster movie, Troll on Netflix. We discuss the exploration into Norwegian and Scandinavian folklore, compare Troll with other monster movies and discuss the movies general premise, action sequences and amazing visuals. But at the end of the day, we revel in a giant Troll destroy…
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Amit is joined once again by his Cobra Kai running mate, Reece! We review Orphan and Orphan First Kill and compare the two wildly entertaining but completely different movies. We compare the slow burn of Orphan with the fast pace of First Kill, talk about how creepy the movies premise is and rave about the performance from Isabelle Fuhrman. We also…
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Amit sits down to review the blockbuster hit from the Sandalwood industry, Kantara. This movie has so much to unpack including the brilliance of Rishab Shetty (on and off screen), the complex and dynamic mix of characters, the cultural references and significance of the movie, as well as that truely enthralling finale. In a year of non stops hits f…
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Amit is joined by cinephile extraordinaire Meghan Kadambe Dhawan, to review the A24 horror franchise, X and Pearl. We talk about what we liked and didn't like about both movies, the visual and contrasting styles, the direction techniques of Ti West as well as talk about how 'scary' we found each movie. We also seriously talk about the decision maki…
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Amit and Sunny review the mind-bending psychological thriller Rorschach (2022). We discuss the deeply layered story that keeps you guessing until the end, the outstanding performances of Mammootty and his stellar supporting cast, and the film’s bleak vision of how revenge and greed can corrupt everything it touches. Keanu Reeves and Liam Neeson may…
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The D54 crew review one of Stephen Kings most famous horror franchises, the IT series. This review swings from all angles, with our final verdicts all being split up. We discuss both IT and IT chapter 2 and compare the two movies in terms of their story lines, performances, Pennywise and the overall horror. All that and a healthy dose on Dennis sch…
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Amit is joined once again by Doug from the My Dad, I'm Dad podcast, this time to review My Best Friend's Exorcism on Amazon Prime. As Doug is someone who has read the book, we compare this movie in regards to it's storytelling, character development and how the movie could have been a better adaptation of the book. We also talk about that amazing R…
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Amit and Dennis have a long awaited conversation about She Hulk and how far the MCU has fallen from it's glory days. We review the show, but more important we discuss how Disney have ruined the MCU, Kevin's role in all of this, and try to decipher why people are so angry about this show. We also discuss if there is any hope left for the MCU. Tune i…
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Amit, Sunny and Dennis react to the 2022 hit anime series Cyberpunk Edgerunners. We discuss the stunning visuals and world-building but also the character and story shortcomings, all the while being schooled in cyberpunk and anime history by Dennis. This podcast has it all – the ethics of cybernetic modification, wildly divergent D-scale ratings, a…
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Amit and Sunny review the amazing 2021 Malayalam superhero film Minnal Murali. We react to the journey of Jaison and Shibu, one on the path to discovering his past and accepting his responsibility as a hero, and another crushed by society and on a tragic descent to villainy. We review the terrific performances of the charismatic leads, the unique a…
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Amit is joined by Ben from the History Voyager podcast to review one of his favourite films, Let Me In (2010) directed by Matt Reeves. We break this movie down and discuss the incredible performances from the child actors, Kodi Smit-McPhee and Chloë Grace Moretz, the directional style of Matt Reeves (and how he used similar traits in the Batman mov…
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Amit and Sunny discuss the wildly entertaining Malayalam action film Thallumaala (2022). This story about a group of friends and the fights they get into has everything you could wish for and is perhaps the most unexpected film we’ve reviewed so far. In a discussion that’s almost as non-linear as the film, we cover the amazing cinematography, the c…
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Amit is joined by Cobra Kai super-fan, Reece (through the r/cobrakai reddit forum). Mercy does not exist on this podcast, as we go far and beyond to discuss what makes this show so addictive, talk about both new and old characters and even theorise about what the future holds for this franchise. Find us on: YouTube | Instagram | Spotify | Apple Pod…
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Join Amit, Dennis and Sunny in our first video review as we discuss the bold and deeply affecting Indian Tamil drama Gargi (2022). This story of brutal acts of violence against a child, and the consequences that follow, is masterfully directed (by Gautham Ramachandran) and handled with realism, nuance and a distinct lack of sensationalism. We discu…
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Amit is joined by legendary writer, podcaster, and overall great guy Derick McDuff from the 'Underrated' podcast to discuss the mind bending cult classic, Being John Malkovich. Amit and Derick talk about this movies incredible writing and screenplay, before getting into the movies great performances, our favourite scenes and some of the philosophic…
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Amit, Dennis and Sunny discuss Sylvester Stallone’s turn as a superhero in The Samaritan (2022). We discuss Stallone’s iconic status, his hits and misses, and his portrayal as an ageing and disaffected man coaxed back to using his powers for good by a determined and resilient young boy. We cover the great supporting cast, the twist everyone (except…
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Amit and Sunny review Jordan Peele’s latest sci-fi, horror blockbuster, Nope. We discuss the film’s awe-inspiring cinematography, it’s unique take on an alien threat, standout performances from Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer, and Peele’s masterful direction that keeps the audience mesmerised while also subverting their expectations. This might not …
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Before his Spiderman trilogy and Dr Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Sam Raimi introduced the world to a superhero of his own making in the 1990 classic Darkman. We discuss Raimi’s refreshingly bold visual style, exhilarating action sequences that demonstrate how much can be accomplished with so little, and Raimi’s own superpower of seamlessly…
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Amit, Dennis and Sunny overcome their apprehensions and review the 2022 Predator prequel, Prey. We discuss the amazing cinematography, the tense and expertly crafted action sequences, deftly placed easter eggs, and a return to simple and well executed story-telling. Amber Midthunder’s terrific performance as the fierce heroine gives this story its …
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Amit, Dennis and Sunny review the Tamil-Indian blockbuster - part action, part thriller, full insane, Vikram. We follow Agent Amar as his black ops team unravel the mystery of a group of masked vigilantes leaving a trail of bloodshed. We discuss Kamal Hassan’s towering performance, the superb supporting cast with some truly diabolical villains, fig…
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Amit is joined by the one and only, Doug from the My Dad, I'm Dad, podcast to review the latest Netflix Original action blockbuster, The Gray Man. This movie was wild, and we were all in for the craziness it had to offer. We talk about the Russo Brothers style of directing, the return of Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans hilarious villainous turn, the came…
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