​Must-watch movies for your movie marathon weekend

Sep 5, 2024

By: Kapil Yadav

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​Django Unchained

Directed by Quentin Tarantino, this film features his signature stylized action. It follows Django, an African American slave, and his mentor, Dr. King Schultz, a German bounty hunter, as they team up and risk their lives to rescue Django's wife from a plantation owner.

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​The Prestige

Starring Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman, the movie explores themes like obsession, revenge, and self-ambition. It tells the story of two magicians who become rivals after a tragedy. The plot develops as they start to gain fame which is followed by terrible consequences.

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​The Silence of the Lambs

With themes like manipulation, trauma, and the nature of evil, the story of "The Silence of the Lambs," follows FBI trainee Clarice Starling seeking imprisoned cannibal Hannibal Lecter’s help to catch a serial killer.

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​Pulp Fiction

Praised as Tarantino's greatest piece of work, this movie is known for its intriguing storyline and iconic characters. The reason why this movie is considered great is because of how beautifully it weaves the story of different characters into one narrative.

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​Twelve Monkeys

In the movie "Twelve Monkeys," a time traveller from a dystopian future is sent back in time to prevent a devastating plague that would wipe out almost the entire humanity. In this process, he uncovered a conspiracy involving a mysterious group.

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​Trapped

"Trapped," starring Rajkummar Rao, is a gripping thriller where Shaurya accidentally locks himself in an apartment with no essentials or communication, showing a harrowing struggle while exploring the themes of urban isolation and desperation.

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​Detective Byomkesh Bakshy

Set in the 2nd world war Calcutta, the movie tells the story of Byomkesh who is investigating the disappearance of a chemist. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he is faced with a bigger conspiracy that might shock the entire Calcutta.

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​The White Tiger

Based on the Booker Prize winner fictional novel of the same name, the movie depicts the story of Balram, who works as a driver for a rich family.

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​Catch me if you can

"Catch Me If You Can" follows the story of Frank Abagnale Jr. evading the FBI, particularly Agent Hanratty. Frank, is a con man, who has posed as a pilot, doctor and lawyer and has scammed the banks of millions of dollars by forging cheques.

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