INTERMISSION

Writing about the experience of watching: the room, the audience, the format, the interruptions, and what it felt like to sit with a film as time passed.

Many Truths, One Theatre

Back in 2013, when Facebook timelines still mattered, when Kannada films were beginning to find confidence again after a long, uneven stretch, and when Kannada audiences were still figuring out their “online” voice, a four-minute trailer of Rakshit Shetty‘s Ulidavaru Kandante appeared
February 25, 2026

The BAFTA Conundrum

The BAFTA nominations are more than just a list of potential winners; they represent the collective voice of the organization’s general membership, entrusted with selecting the longlists and voting in critical categories. Among these, the Best Film category stands out, as it
February 23, 2026

The Love & Legacy of Film Restoration

In a world dominated by high-definition digital cinema and cutting-edge visual effects, the old films of yesteryear might appear outdated, with their grainy textures and faded colors starkly contrasting today’s cinematic wonders. To some, these relics of the past may seem irrelevant,
February 23, 2026