Is Jallikattu the right choice for the Oscars?

'I believe FFI has made a mistake,' notes Aseem Chhabra. IMAGE: A scene from The Disciple. This year one Indian film achieved the kind of international success that is rarely showered upon cinema......

Seen these FANTASTIC films?

The New York Film Festival served an amazing plate of films.Aseem Chhabra picks the best ones. It has been the strangest year of our lives, but films have been important in keeping us sane. And......

Lovers Rock review

Lovers Rock is sexy, romantic, charming and hugely entertaining -- a perfect gift for movie lovers in these tough times, recommends Aseem Chhabra. In Director Steve McQueen's new film Lovers Rock,......

Crimson Gold director boycotts NYFF

Jafar Panahi is a darling of international film festivals.His film Talaye Sorghwon the Un Certain Regard jury award at the Cannes Film Festival in May. More recently, at the Toronto International......