Archive for the ‘Action’ Category
Maula Jatt (1979)
There is no need to go into the story, a gandasa, a howling musical note, fits of staccato laughter and the dialogue are the only things you need to savour the very essence of Maula Jatt. Memorably scripted by Nasir Adib, and directed with a contagiously maddening, no-holds-barred approach by Yunus Malik, Maula Jatt was ...
Yeh Wada Raha (2003)
After missing from action for a considerable time director Sangeeta is back with her latest film Yeh Wada Raha. Coming from Sangeeta, Yeh Wada Raha was one of the much-awaited films of the year, since Sangeeta is deemed as one of the sensible directors. Scripted by Perviaz Kaleem, the film establishes Shaan as a ...
Salakhain (2004)
The key to creating a successful movie lies in good execution or at least Shehzad Rafiq seems to believe so. For his directorial debut Salakhain, he has chosen and utilized his locations and sets quite sensibly. His props, more often than not, seem to be quite in place and his camera work cannot be a ...
Manila key Jasoos (2002)
The tension between India and Pakistan has not only preoccupied politicians and generals but showbiz has tapped into it as well. Several films across the border were launched that contained poisonous propaganda against our country. The sole aim probably was merely to make the film a hit and reap the profits, but the worst aspect ...
Kyun Tum Say Itna Pyar Hey (2005)
A few years ago, most studio floors were occupied for film shootings. Today they stand deserted. Producers have retreated from production because their films aren’t doing well. Even recovering cost has become a wish. Making films in Pakistan is perceived to be a fool’s job. Yes, Shahzad Rafique’s Salakhein did a good job on the ...