Aug 22, 2024
By: Kapil Yadav
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This movie is an Indian adaptation of the famous novel ‘Othello’ by William Shakespeare. It follows Omkara, a ruthless gangster whose life unravels due to jealousy, betrayal, and manipulation, leading to tragic consequences.
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American Psycho is based on Bret Easton Ellis’ novel of the same name. The plot revolves around Patrick Bateman, a wealthy investment banker who is hiding his psychopathic ego from his friends. The movie explores themes of Identity and isolation and Narcissism.
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This movie is based on William Shakespeare's ‘Hamlet’ and Basharat Peer's memoir ‘Curfewed Night’. Haider, a young man returns to Kashmir to find his missing father. There he learns about his mother's relationship with his uncle. As he uncovers the truth, Haider goes on the journey of revenge for his father’s murder.
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In ‘The Godfather’, powerful mob boss Vito Corleone passes control of his crime family to his reluctant son, Michael. This movie is based on the novel of the same name by American author Mario Puzo. The film revolves around the elements of loyalty, power, and family dynamics in the criminal underworld.
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Based on O. Henry's 1907 short story ‘The Last Leaf’ and directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, Lootera is a romantic drama which revolves around the life of Varun and Pakhi who fall in love with each other. Things start to change when the truth about Varun’s double life threatens their relationship.
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Oppenheimer, directed by Christopher Nolan, explores the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer with Cillian Murphy in the lead role. The movie is based on the novel ‘American Prometheus’ written by Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin.
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Based on ‘Schindler's Ark’, a book by Thomas Keneally, this 1993 movie tells the true story of Oskar Schindler, a selfish businessman who transforms into an unexpected hero during the Nazi era. Moved by the plight of his Jewish workers, he converts his factory into a safe place, saving about 1100 Nazis from Auschwitz.
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‘Devdas’ based on Sarat Chandra Chattopadhya’s novel of the same name tells the tragic story of Devdas, a wealthy man whose unfulfilled love for Paro, drives him to self-destruction. Due to this Devdas falls into the trap of alcohol and a doomed relationship with courtesan Chandramukhi.
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‘The Great Gatsby’ is based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel of the same name. The story follows Jay Gatsby (played by Leonardo DiCaprio), a wealthy and mysterious man who throws lavish parties in hopes of rekindling a past romance.
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