Download the App!
show episodes
 
Artwork

1
Lost and Found

OTTplay - HT Smartcast

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
मासिक
 
Welcome to OTTplay Lost and found, a podcast that tells you about critically-acclaimed yet lesser-known films and shows that you’ve probably not watched yet but should. This is an OTTplay Production, brought to you by HT Smartcast.
  continue reading
 
The world is a confusing place. But it is also an endlessly fascinating place. The more we know, the more there is left to know. The Explainers know this all too well. Over the past ten years, this team of writers, researchers, and broadcaster has developed and delivered award-winning podcasts (Moneycontrol, Network18), game-changing apps (Saregama Classical, Shakti), and paradigm-shifting learning platforms (Infosys Lex, Aakash-Byju’s), to name just a few. And this time, they’ll be coming s ...
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
Those who love a good creature movie have very particular expectations. Having watched prehistoric reptiles wrestle like heavyweight champions and occasionally, even take on their fictional Japanese cousins who breathe fire, let’s just say, our sensibilities have been trained to expect the unexpected and some more. It’s like being wowed beyond imag…
  continue reading
 
Why The Matador is Pierce Brosnan’s best-kept secret and why you need to watch it!Chance encounters sometimes lead to unimaginably delightful adventures. Particularly in films. From those strategically timed meet cutes in romcoms to diametrically opposite personalities being saddled together in complex circumstances. If this vague intro hasn’t trig…
  continue reading
 
Kurt Russell-Matt Dillon’s underrated gem will make you fall in love with heist moviesRussell plays a suave, larger-than-life criminal in this underrated heist movieWhen one thinks of heists movies, critically-acclaimed films such as Reservoir Dogs and Dog Day Afternoon or popular blockbusters such as Ocean’s Eleven or Now You See Me spring to mind…
  continue reading
 
Churni Ganguly plays an author in exile as her work threatens the political establishment in Nirbashito . It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that we live in extremely divisive times. The level of intolerance and rejection of ideas and ideologies that don’t concur with our own has to be unprecedented. This prompts us to revisit this lesser-known …
  continue reading
 
This 2011 biopic on FBI’s first director didn’t get the attention and admiration it deserved When asked to recall Leonardo DiCaprio’s most celebrated works, the list of movies that pop into our mind largely include his iconic blockbusters. But Scorcese’s poster boy has also featured in some films that didn’t get the attention, adulation and respect…
  continue reading
 
Hands of Stone depicts the gritty, multifaceted life of Panamanian boxer Roberto DuránSports films often follow a familiar playbook, sticking to tropes and clichés: the underdog triumphs, the fall from grace, and the dramatic comeback in the climax. From Rocky to Remember the Titans, these films tend to focus on predictable narratives of resilience…
  continue reading
 
Goth horror is a unique genre. A delicious blend that has the ability to transport audiences to a fantasy world where everything is possible and the laws of the world as we know it don’t always apply. In today’s episode of Lost and Found, we’re delving into one such film that’s equal parts spine-chilling and visually stunning – Crimson Peak. Yes, t…
  continue reading
 
Revisit Breaking Away, a 1979 classic that slipped off the radar and is now streaming on Disney+Hotstar The most iconic sports movies follow a certain framework. They’re packed with winning moments and crushing losses. They tuck in nuggets of wisdom about the relentless spirit that drives some to go beyond the limits of human potential to achieve i…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, we look at the growing problem of Antimicrobial Resistance due to rampant antibiotic abuse. The United Nations calls it a crisis, and the WHO places AMR in the top 10 global public health threats facing humanity. Welcome to the rise of the superbugs.द्वारा The Explainers
  continue reading
 
Two for the Money: Revisit this gripping drama of ambition and deceit starring Al Pacino and Matthew McConaughey.Very often we come across films that seem to be familiar for indefinite reasons. There’s just something relatable if not reminiscent about their construct or telling that pulls us in and keeps us glued even though the end seems only too …
  continue reading
 
The archetypes of legendary pairs such as Sherlock Holmes and his reliable friend and colleague Dr Watson is a trope that police procedurals have often adopted to great effect – an eccentric genius detective with heightened observational skills and his more level-headed friend and ally who sometimes can’t spot the obvious. The USA network TV series…
  continue reading
 
The 2004 noir mystery series Veronica Mars is not a conventional production that is often associated with its genre. Helmed by Rob Thomas, the series is a satire of class disparity which is explored within the confines of a high school. The titular character Veronica Mars is a popular girl at high school who becomes a detective after the death of h…
  continue reading
 
The 1993 film Groundhog Day, starring Bill Murray is a comedy-drama that inspired countless films over the years. From Tom Cruise’s sci-fi action film Edge of Tomorrow, the slasher horror Happy Death Day, and the romantic comedy Palm Springs, Groundhog Day’s time loop trope has been reimagined across multiple genres.…
  continue reading
 
“Aliens Working With The US Govt?!” is an entirely normal Tuesday lunchtime guilty pleasure video, if that is your wont. But UFOs and aliens have never been addressed seriously by governments and mainstream news outlets. Until now. Seetal explains why things may be a bit different this time around.द्वारा The Explainers
  continue reading
 
New Delhi's air pollution is the result of a complex interplay of various factors like emissions, agricultural practices, construction, geography, and weather. Jude Fernando explains what's ailing India's capital city.द्वारा The Explainers
  continue reading
 
The 2023 Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded to Katalin Kariko and Drew Weissman for their discoveries" that enabled the development of effective mRNA vaccines against COVID-19." In this episode of The Explainers we look at Kariko's and Weissman's work that helped the world move on from the pandemic. And what a story it is!…
  continue reading
 
Justice League is widely regarded as one of the greatest American animated shows of all time, a sharp contrast to the ill-fated 2017 film adaptation which was dismissed by fans and critics alike at the time of release. The animated series, although originally intended for children, features mature socio-political themes focusing on freewill, imperi…
  continue reading
 
Hollywood appears to have moved on from the conventional war action genre in recent years. There are exceptions of course, like Tom Cruise’s 2022 blockbuster Top Gun: Maverick, where a film offers pure unbridled entertainment loaded with slick action sequences and stunning visuals. For today’s Lost and Found podcast, we take a look at the 2001 film…
  continue reading
 
Hollywood in the ‘90s frequently offered captivating gems that held our attention and interest from start to finish. Some may knock them for being a tad exaggerated and for leaning on set pieces and plot devices. But films such as Tremors, Army of Darkness, and the iconic Romy and Michele's High School Reunion are classics that have earned a cult f…
  continue reading
 
In a significant step towards gender equality, the Women’s Reservation Bill passed on Sept 20 2023 will reserve 33% of all seats in the Lok Sabha and legislative assemblies for women candidates. This is expected to commence after 2026. In this episode of The Explainers, Brian Christopher tells us more about the Women’s Reservation Bill, its history…
  continue reading
 
Denis Villeneuve has firmly established himself as one of the best filmmakers of this era. His artistry in editing and framing shots and reliance on stellar sound design to enhance storytelling place him on a pedestal reserved for the best auteurs in cinema history. While his recent films have been big-budget productions such as Blade Runner 2049, …
  continue reading
 
Serial killer movies follow a typical approach. Furnishing gruesome murders executed in cold blood, they try to depict sociopaths as those who just can’t help themselves when presented with an opportunity. To make matters even more horrific, these slayings are often committed without any remorse. Luckily, these crazed killers usually have an eye fo…
  continue reading
 
Filmmaker Ridley Scott has produced timeless classics over the years. Films such as Alien, Blade Runner, Kingdom of Heaven, Gladiator, and Black Hawk Down remain widely regarded as some of his best films. However, his relatively lesser-known 1991 adventure road dramedy Thelma & Louise, deserves to be placed on the same pedestal as the aforementione…
  continue reading
 
The hype surrounding The Flash leading up to its release was nothing short of monumental. There were even reports of early special screenings drawing significant praise from fans, filmmakers, and critics. However, the film underperformed at the box office, riddled with jarringly poor VFX and a disappointing third act. The film’s production itself w…
  continue reading
 
Films that revolve around the lives of movie stars are typical. Giving us a peek into their personal lives, they hope to allow audiences a chance to get to know them beyond the veil of celebrity and through a candid lens. But there are films that also delve into their fragile existence and their inability to accept their forced obscurity when they …
  continue reading
 
The 2000s can be described as the most unremarkable decade in Malayalam cinema. A slew of over-the-top films with problematic themes passed for flag bearers of the industry. But then there were a few films that bucked this trend such as Kazcha, Thanmatra, and the 2003 Sathyan Anthikad film Manassinakkare.…
  continue reading
 
Bhramaram: Even before Drishyam, here’s a Mohanlal mystery about a deceptive man with a shady pastMalayalam cinema’s most prolific actor and undisputed superstar, Mohanlal has featured in a fair share of tragedies over the years. Most notably, in films such as Thalavattam, Ennishtam Ninnishtam, Kireedam, Unnikale Oru Kadha Parayam, Moonam Pakkam, a…
  continue reading
 
The 2015 Bengali film narrates the fictionalised story of Kadambari Devi, who is better known as Jyotirindranath Tagore’s wife or Rabindranath Tagore’s sister-in-law. The unfortunate tale of her premature demise has been the subject of great intrigue for many years. And people have always been curious about the woman who was the inspiration behind …
  continue reading
 
Feel-good films can singularly serve as mood-lifters when you’re feeling low. But there are those that can draw you in with a compelling narrative and evoke a range of emotions. Rituparno Ghosh’s National Award-winning Raincoat is one such film and is considered among the late legendary filmmaker’s seminal works. His vision is realised on the scree…
  continue reading
 
Joel Schumacher will, unfortunately, forever be remembered as the man who directed the universally-panned Batman films from the 90s, Batman Forever and Batman & Robin. Nevertheless, the late filmmaker did helm a few cult classics such as Phone Booth, The Lost Boys, The Phantom of the Opera, and The Client. A Time to Kill, which was released in 1996…
  continue reading
 
For several decades, till the late 80s, Disney’s animation studio failed to recreate the magic and glory the company had managed during its early days. However, between 1989 to 1999, the studio enjoyed a resurgence popularly dubbed the Disney Renaissance with commercially and critically-successful animated films such as The Lion King, Aladdin, Mula…
  continue reading
 
Robert Rodriguez has become one of the most celebrated filmmakers over the years thanks to his unique filmmaking style and signature visual aesthetics. Some of his biggest hits such as The Mexico trilogy, Planet Terror, Spy Kids, Sin City, and From Dusk Till Dawn have earned widespread acclaim over the years. But one might even argue that these tit…
  continue reading
 
Before the 90s economic boom in India, there was a mass exodus of people migrating illegally to the Arabian Gulf in search of employment. This dangerous trip across the Arabian Sea was very common among Malayalis and it helped several families earn a decent living. The 2015 film, Pathemari, directed by Salim Ahamed tells the story of a man named Pa…
  continue reading
 
A story of three generations of women and an auspicious box of jewels, this riveting tale by Aparna Sen is aimed at annihilating centuries of social stigma and established draconian traditions. The women of the story each have their own inner demons to overcome, but unfortunately, it is a losing effort. However, a box of jewelry, interestingly enou…
  continue reading
 
Films have forever portrayed law enforcement officers in India through a one-dimensional lens. They’ve either been portrayed as government servants who relentlessly serve and go beyond the call of duty or those who’ve let their morals slide in exchange for commercial gains. But Shimit Amin’s 2004 film Ab tak Chhappan is one that depicts the precari…
  continue reading
 
Most films that depict mental illnesses are focussed on the condition alone. Illustrating the symptoms and idiosyncratic behavioral patterns, they end up exaggerating the patient’s affliction and coloring them as dysfunctional beings unable to integrate with society. But few films have managed to sensitively portray mental patients through a lens t…
  continue reading
 
Films that trigger nostalgia are a portrait of the past. They teleport us to a certain time, allowing a glimpse of dated social norms. And significantly, they alter the way we perceive the world and navigate the circumstances presented to us. Anjan Dutt’s compelling family drama Dutta VS Dutta is surely one such gem and it’s our Lost and Found for …
  continue reading
 
Is it is a UPA plan? An NDA plan? A good plan? Or an absolutely disastrous one? Cheetahs are back in the news; back in India; and on the first episode of The Explainers. Join Rakesh Sharma as he, and Harish Puppala, take you through the story of this big cat in the country. Are they indigenous? Were they always an import? Is Kuno a good place for t…
  continue reading
 
The 80s and 90s was the golden age for buddy cop films in Hollywood, with hits such as Beverly Hills Cop, Rush Hour, Bad Boys, Lethal Weapon, and 48 Hours revered as some of the best in the genre. But one film that may be slightly lesser known these days is the 1999 film Blue Streak and that's the Lost and Found film for today's episode.…
  continue reading
 
Every once in a while we chance upon a romcom that’s so delicious it just sweeps us off our feet. The true test for a romcom lies in its ability to engage the audience to such an extent… that we’re compelled to root for the couple on the screen as they tide over all obstacles that test their relationship. Laurent Tirard’s Franco-Belgian romantic co…
  continue reading
 
Detective shows such as Elementary and The Mentalist had a good run, exceeding over a 100 episodes, and building a fan base that loves detective fiction. But Scorpion, which has largely been eclipsed by comparatively popular shows, has remained buried in the OTTverse. Loosely based on real-life experiences of its producer Walter O’Brien who is also…
  continue reading
 
In recent years, few stoner comedies have been memorable enough to be lauded. Most would consider films such as Harold and Kumar go to White Castle and Pineapple Express for effectively and hilariously translating accounts of getting high in films. But Nima Nourizadeh’s American Ultra which stars Jesse Eisenberg, Kristen Stewart and Topher Grace am…
  continue reading
 
In recent years, movies and shows about time travel such as The Paper Girls and even the grossly-underrated JL50 have challenged the possibilities that the genre has to offer. From allowing one to envision an opportunity to alter the past to accepting a future which seems too convoluted, perplexing and beyond one’s imagination. There’s never been a…
  continue reading
 
There are few films that have managed to capture the desperation and dread that some folks in the world of entertainment go through in their quest for ultimate glory. The exhausting journey of trying to nab that one big break has been detailed to some degree in many films and shows. But the extreme lengths that one can go to in an attempt to achiev…
  continue reading
 
If you’re a sucker for whodunits, it’s impossible you’ve not kept up with the works of Arthur Conan Doyle and Agatha Christie. Their contributions to the world of amateur and professional sleuths has defined the debilitating role of detectives in contemporary literature and popular culture. Many author-backed screen iterations have managed to reali…
  continue reading
 
Lost & Found- Bridge of Spies - episode 77 Steven Spielberg is possibly one of the most popular filmmakers in the world. He has helmed critically acclaimed films across genres and formats for more than 60 years. However, there are few films that have slipped through the cracks in terms of mainstream popularity, and one such film is the 2015 Cold Wa…
  continue reading
 
Loading …

त्वरित संदर्भ मार्गदर्शिका