During the last three decades, Iranian Cinema – under the aegis of the Islamic Republic—has been esteemed by critics and scholars as one of the best and most interesting cinemas in the world. For several reasons, Iranian cinema has received unparalleled critical and scholarly attention over the last three decades. Almost every year for the… Continue reading A brief insight into Iranian cinema: Glimpse of a country we rarely get to see.
Month: May 2021
Capernaum – A Review
“Capernaum” is a sprawling story based on true events, moving beyond the conventions of documentary or realism into an unnamed style of representation. It is a protesting howl and a resistance anthem. Nadine Labaki’s Capernaum never addresses abortion by name, but it’s one of the most forcefully pro-choice films I’ve ever seen. It begins with… Continue reading Capernaum – A Review
The Nostalgia of Manipal
I always believed that art is a massive torchbearer for the feeling of nostalgia. A song, film, or book can push you back to the date you first experienced it. The feeling does visit you like an old friend, especially during these absurd times. I had a few very close friends in my senior secondary… Continue reading The Nostalgia of Manipal
Patent waiver: Boon or Bane for Mass Vaccination drives?
Today, everyone waits desperately to see the slots available for vaccination and is in dire need of the same. On 28.04.2021, India Opened the registration for the largest vaccination drive (with insufficient supply). Government sources have said that “More than 35 lakhs people registered in the first hour after launch of 18 plus registration on… Continue reading Patent waiver: Boon or Bane for Mass Vaccination drives?
Friends, Family and Manipal
As we watch our nation struggle to withstand a pandemic; a situation no one could have foreseen, I wonder every night what is that one thing keeping me sane in these hard times? I’ve always been an outgoing person and of course, staying inside in lockdown was a major task. Every single day has been… Continue reading Friends, Family and Manipal
