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Sachin Chatte

The Navhind Times Goa

Sachin Chatte is a film critic based in Goa and has been writing about cinema for close to 30 years. He has been reviewing films for The Navhind Times, Goa for 25 years and occasionally contributes to other publications.

All reviews by Sachin Chatte

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Stolen

Drama, Thriller (Hindi)

The Great Divide

Sun, June 15 2025

Stolen is a rare film in Hindi cinema that maintains a clear focus on its central issue and is executed with precision. There is no unnecessary meandering, nor are there any subplots that detract from the main narrative – this is a meaty film.

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From the World of John Wick: Ballerina

Action, Thriller, Crime (English)

Knives, Guns, Action!

Sat, June 14 2025

A spin-off of the John Wick films, Ballerina represents the fifth installment in the franchise known for its unrestrained action. Additionally, the extended title (From the World of John Wick: Ballerina) indicates that the filmmakers intended for audiences to recognize this as a John Wick film, rather than a standalone entry.

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Thug Life

Action, Crime, Drama (Tamil)

Cheating Death

Sat, June 7 2025

In 1987, the collaboration between Mani Ratnam and Kamal Hassan resulted in Nayakan, which continues to be regarded as the benchmark for gangster films in India and has influenced numerous subsequent films in that genre.

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Housefull 5

Comedy, Crime, Mystery (Hindi)

It is a shipwreck!

Sat, June 7 2025

Housefull 5 is the type of film that could drive a teetotaller to drink. Even though I saw Housefull 5A as opposed to 5B, I am certain the outcome would be the same. If you are curious about the distinction between A and B, it refers to the same film but with an alternate ending.

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Thunderbolts*

Action, Adventure, Science Fiction (English)

Superheroes, Again

Sat, May 3 2025

If you are curious about the significance of the asterisk in Thunderbolts*, it denotes the New Avengers, as revealed at the film’s conclusion. Maybe they could have revealed it earlier but it was probably a marketing decision, like most things in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

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Raid 2

Drama, Crime (Hindi)

The Taxman Cometh

Sat, May 3 2025

The follow-up to Raid (2018) takes place in the late 1980s and reflects the style of films from that era, where politicians are portrayed as antagonists and the protagonist must outwit them.

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Ground Zero

Action, Thriller, War (Hindi)

Trouble in Paradise

Sat, April 26 2025

It is impossible to watch this film set in Kashmir without keeping in the mind the tragedy that unfolded in Pahalgam, a couple of days ago. Ground Zero, which draws inspiration from the valor of BSF officer Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey, is set within the context of the Kashmir conflict, albeit during a different period.

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Sinners

Drama, Horror, Thriller (English)

Blues before Sunrise

Sat, April 19 2025

Since his acclaimed debut film, Fruitvale Station (2013), and the subsequent Black Panther installments, Ryan Coogler has adeptly transitioned from independent cinema to high-budget productions, establishing himself as a director of significant interest. In an era where quality standalone films are increasingly scarce in Hollywood, overshadowed by a flood of sequels and superhero narratives, it is refreshing to to encounter a film like Sinners, which reflects a writer/director’s desire to convey a story rather than conform to studio demands.

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