A few loopholes aside, the movie has a gripping storyline, complemented by great cinematography and life-like acting.

Directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, ‘Monster’ portrays a tale of identity, complex relationships and social expectations through the perspectives of a single mother, her son and a teacher.

The short film ‘Chyanti’ follows a family grappling with poverty and the complexities of the Maoist insurgency in a remote Himalayan village.

Directed by self-taught filmmaker Vivek Rai from Kurseong, the film draws inspiration from a true incident in ‘Ek Mukta Munal’ by Chimmi Angmu Lama. It centres on a single mother’s courage and resilience.

‘Dayarani’ explores societal expectations of masculinity, insecurities related to infertility, and the complexities of identity and relationships in a rural setting.

Yim Soon-rye’s ‘Little Forest’ gently explores the importance of embracing nature, connecting with one’s roots and finding solace in the simple joys in life.

‘Parkhi Base Timilai’ is a tragic love story whose superficial characterisations and recycled narratives disappoint.

‘12th Fail’ offers a refreshing tale of motivation through a simple and realistic storyline.

The documentary ‘No Winter Holidays’ is a sneak peek into the life, or lack thereof, in Dhorpatan as villagers migrate to the lowlands.

Three friends navigate relationships and distractions of social media in ‘Kho Gaye Hum Kahan’, getting the viewers to contemplate their own screen time.

‘Dhak Dhak’ explores the journey of four women seeking self-discovery and companionship. While the movie initially captures the essence of their individuality and friendship, it falters in the later stages, relying on clichés and stereotypes.

In Alan Yang’s ‘Tigertail’, we see how the life of a joyful Taiwanese kid takes an unfortunate turn as he goes to the US to make ends meet.

The miniseries focuses on the Indian Railways’ handling of the Bhopal 1984 gas leak that took over 4,000 innocent lives.

Released in 2011, ‘A Separation’ explores human relationships, societal norms and the consequences of our choices.

Made in 1957, Guru Dutt’s ‘Pyaasa’ has bold portrayal of society, soulful dialogues and lots of poetry.

As cinema is slowly moving from curtains to the screens of our devices, filmmakers face new challenges and opportunities.

‘Pooja’ is a film about a young girl whose naivety in a patriarchal society results in horrifying consequences.

Nischal Basnet’s ‘Dimag Kharab’ is a compelling social drama where a simple man navigates political deceit, personal sacrifice and social injustices.

Joshua Fields Millburn, the New York Times-bestselling author and filmmaker, discusses minimalism and what viewers should take away from his documentaries about this practical lifestyle.

‘Gopi’ is a film about a man who jumps through hoops to pursue unconventional dreams in modern society.