Jalaler Golpo (or) Jalal’s Story (Bengali, 2015)
Jalal’s Story is an attempt to capture the life of an orphaned boy, which is supported by a well-conceived screenplay, a though provoking story and a clever story telling technique to make it an interesting potpourri of entertaining events!
Ottaal (or) The Trap (Malayalam, 2014)
Jayaraj’s Ottaal reiterates the fact that one does not need a grand canvas & big names to present an engaging cinematic experience. In fact given that he has been able to adapt a Russian short story to suit the Indian mainstream audience placing it amidst scenic locales of God’s Own Country using mostly non-professional actors is a monumental achievement.
Mia Madre (or) My Mother (Italian, 2015)
Mia Madre is a heartfelt account of a woman being torn apart between a demanding work environment and an equally stressful personal life – a stunning compilation of the emotions made possible by diligent acting and a dexterous story presentation!
Victoria (German, 2015)
Victoria redefines innovation in movie making and manages to pull off a suspense thriller with no cuts and in the same shot for the entire duration. Equally proficient acting from the entire cast makes it a visual wonder bound to make you high – just too good to miss, even if it gives you a hangover!
Shānhé gùrén (or) Mountains May Depart (Chinese, 2015)
Mountains May Depart is an epic story that is relatable to everyone caught in the middle of a rapidly growing nation. It highlights how the quest for material wealth leads to emotional poverty.