Saturday, September 8, 2007

Quick Flicks for the week of 9/2/07

Cash by Anubhan Sinha.
Karan brings together a group of criminals to carryout the robbery of a priceless diamond in South Africa. His girlfriend, Shania, however is a government security officer entrusted with guarding the diamond. In Hindi with subtitles.

The Wind That Shakes the Barley by Ken Loach.
Driven by a deep sense of duty and a love for his country, Damien abandons his burgeoning career as a doctor and joins his brother, Teddy in a dangerous and violent fight for freedom. As the Irish freedom fighters bold tactics bring the British to a breaking point, both sides finally agree to a treaty to end the bloodshed. But, despite the apparent victory, civil war erupts and families who fought side by side, find themselves pitted against one another, putting their loyalties to the ultimate test.
Awards : Cannes Film Festival, 2006: Golden Palm - Best Film

Yatra by by Goutam Ghose
In this art film, a writer draws inspiration for an award winning novel from a courtesan. In Hindi with optional English subtitles.