Some research pieces, some opinions

Charlie movie review: Summary: Charlie is a very good, quirky, interesting movie. Starts off with an unconventional Tessa (played by Parvathy) staying in a room previously occupied by Charlie. Charlie has left some of his belongings including a picture and half-finished picture story. Tessa gets interested in that and pursues the story. By the end, the mystery and non-conventional nature of Charlie (played by Dulquer) eclipses her quirkiness such that you won't even realize what hit you. Brilliant from Dulquer and Parvathy is so very good as well. 8.75/10 IMO. Go and watch the movie if you haven't. (available on Dailymotion website with subtitles) Details (no spoilers) Positives: 1. Dulquer is absolutely brilliant and convincing as the mysterious, quirky, kind hearted Charlie. You only see Charlie, not Dulquer while watching the film. Top 3 performance from him along with the roles in Sita Ramam and Chup (in whatever order) IMO. 2. Parvathy does very well as the unconventional ...

Family Star movie review: Summary: Liked the first half of Family Star. Definitely good and entertaining. 2nd half is decent. Movie entertains overall, even though it has its flaws. Both Vijay and Mrunal have done well. Definitely worth a watch for timepass entertainment or if you are a Vijay or Mrunal fan. Just don't expect too much logic from a Parasuram (director/writer) film. Overall: 6.75 to 7/10. Details (no spoilers) Positives: 1. Good to little better than good acting by Vijay. Does a good job of showcasing both caring aspect and the crazy aspect of being The Family Star. 2. Pretty good acting by Mrunal in a new kind of role for her. Also her screen presence and looks in the movie!! First time she's done an out and out commercial movie and role in a movie in Hindi/Telugu. Another layered and substantial role here in a Telugu film. But obviously not comparable to the phenomenal roles in Sita Ramam and Hi Nanna. 3. The comedy parts (don't use too much brain type) - wo...