Bali's Personal Movie List

A deeply moving film about loss and healing. The young protagonist's journey through New York after 9/11 is both heartbreaking and hopeful. Tom Hanks delivers another stellar performance, and the cinematography beautifully captures the emotional weight of the story.

A masterpiece by Kamal Haasan that perfectly blends philosophy, comedy, and human emotions. The film's message about love and humanity is timeless. Madhavan's chemistry with Kamal is exceptional, making this a must-watch classic. Movies with two contrasting characters that travel together always work well, and this is no exception.

Ram's acting debut is a touching father-daughter story. The film's authentic portrayal of a single parent's struggles and the bond with his daughter is beautifully crafted. Simple yet powerful storytelling. The real heroes of the film are the women, especially Sadhana and Shelly Kishore, who delivers a natural and heartfelt performance.

Spielberg at his finest with DiCaprio delivering a charismatic performance as Frank Abagnale. The cat-and-mouse game between DiCaprio and Hanks is thrilling, and the period details are meticulously crafted.

Will Smith's most emotionally powerful performance. The real-life story of struggle and perseverance is inspiring without being preachy. The father-son dynamic adds authentic emotional depth to the narrative.

A heartwarming comedy-drama that showcases Tom Hanks's incredible talent. The film explores themes of home, identity, and bureaucracy with humor and charm.

A thrilling and well-acted racing film that's about more than just cars. The story of two brilliant minds taking on the corporate establishment is both inspiring and exhilarating.

A film about a father raising his children off the grid. Viggo Mortensen delivers a career-best performance, and the film's exploration of alternative lifestyles and societal norms is both challenging and inspiring.

A hilarious comedy featuring Kamal Haasan as a man with multiple phobias seeking psychiatric help. The film's humor is intelligent and the performances are excellent.

Kamal Haasan's brilliant performance as a man disguised as an elderly woman to be with his daughter. A heartwarming comedy with excellent emotional depth.

Kamal Haasan's entertaining remake of Munna Bhai MBBS with his own unique touch. A perfect blend of comedy and emotion.

Russell Crowe's powerful portrayal of mathematician John Nash's struggle with schizophrenia. A moving story about genius, love, and mental health.

Stephen King adaptation about a gentle giant wrongly convicted of murder. Tom Hanks and Michael Clarke Duncan deliver phenomenal performances in this emotionally powerful film.

A touching romance between two teenagers with cancer. Despite dealing with heavy themes, the film finds beauty and hope in love and human connection.

Ram's dark and intense portrayal of an unemployed youth is haunting. The film's critique of the education system and societal pressures is brutally honest. Jiiva's performance is raw and compelling.

Spielberg's masterpiece about the Holocaust is emotionally devastating yet essential viewing. The black and white cinematography with selective color creates powerful visual metaphors. Liam Neeson's portrayal of Schindler is unforgettable.

A brutal and necessary examination of slavery in America. Chiwetel Ejiofor's performance is phenomenal, carrying the emotional weight of the entire film. McQueen's direction is unflinching and powerful.

Kamal Haasan's emotionally devastating portrayal of a man's downfall and struggle to save his daughter. One of Tamil cinema's most powerful performances dealing with human trafficking and corruption.

A beautiful and tragic love story between a teacher and a woman suffering from retrograde amnesia. Kamal Haasan and Sridevi deliver career-defining performances in this Balu Mahendra masterpiece.

A heartbreaking story of a young boy suing his parents for giving him life. The film's raw portrayal of poverty and child neglect is both devastating and essential viewing.

George Miller returns with a stunning post-apocalyptic masterpiece. The practical effects and stunts are incredible. Charlize Theron's Furiosa is a badass character, and the film's feminist undertones are powerful.

Keanu Reeves reinvents himself as the ultimate action hero. The choreographed fight sequences are like a deadly ballet. The world-building around the Continental Hotel is fascinating.

A cinematic masterpiece. The definitive mob saga that explores family, power, and the corruption of the American dream. Coppola's direction and the iconic performances make this a must-watch for any film lover.

A brutal and beautiful portrayal of life in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro. The film's raw energy and stunning cinematography make it an unforgettable experience about crime and survival.

Scorsese's masterpiece about the rise and fall of a mobster. Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, and Joe Pesci deliver iconic performances in this fast-paced crime epic.

Tarantino's stylish revenge western featuring Jamie Foxx as a freed slave turned bounty hunter. The film's blend of violence, humor, and social commentary is masterfully executed.

Anurag Kashyap's epic crime saga spanning generations of a family feud in coal mining areas. A gritty and authentic portrayal of violence and revenge in rural India.

Tarantino's stylized revenge saga featuring Uma Thurman as The Bride. The films combine martial arts, samurai cinema, and spaghetti westerns into a unique cinematic experience.

Scorsese's epic about Las Vegas casinos in the 1970s. De Niro and Pesci reunite for another powerful crime drama exploring greed, power, and betrayal.

Kubrick's psychological horror masterpiece. Jack Nicholson's descent into madness is terrifyingly brilliant. The Overlook Hotel becomes a character itself, and the cinematography creates an atmosphere of dread.

Bong Joon-ho's masterful thriller about incompetent police investigating serial murders. The film's dark humor and social commentary make it a perfect blend of genres.

Darren Aronofsky's psychological thriller about a ballet dancer's descent into madness. Natalie Portman's Oscar-winning performance is both beautiful and terrifying.

A satirical horror about 1980s yuppie culture and toxic masculinity. Christian Bale's chilling performance as Patrick Bateman is both disturbing and darkly humorous.

A successful adaptation of Stephen King's novel about children facing their fears. Bill Skarsgård's Pennywise is genuinely terrifying, and the coming-of-age elements add emotional depth.

Park Chan-wook's revenge thriller is a mind-bending masterpiece. The single-take hallway fight scene is legendary, and the twist ending is absolutely devastating.

Fincher's dark examination of marriage and media manipulation. Rosamund Pike's performance as Amy is chillingly perfect. The narrative structure keeps you guessing throughout.

Was Samuel Maleski's death an accident or murder? This intense courtroom drama keeps you uncertain until the final moments. Outstanding performances and a narrative that delves into social dynamics and the psychology of ambition make it a compelling watch.

Spielberg's sci-fi thriller about pre-crime technology raises thought-provoking questions about free will and determinism. Tom Cruise delivers a solid performance in this visually stunning film.

Fincher's dark masterpiece about two detectives hunting a serial killer using the seven deadly sins. Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman's chemistry combined with the film's gritty atmosphere creates an unforgettable thriller.

The Coen Brothers' masterful neo-western thriller. Javier Bardem's Anton Chigurh is one of cinema's most terrifying villains. A meditation on fate, violence, and the changing world.

Scorsese's psychological thriller about a federal marshal investigating a disappearance at a psychiatric facility. Leonardo DiCaprio's paranoid performance keeps you questioning reality until the shocking revelation.

Fincher's anarchic masterpiece about masculinity and consumer culture. Norton and Pitt have incredible chemistry, and the twist reveals are perfectly executed. A film that gets better with each viewing.

A perfect film about hope, friendship, and redemption. Freeman's narration is iconic, and Robbins delivers a nuanced performance. Every element works in harmony to create cinematic perfection.

Bong Joon-ho's masterful class commentary is both entertaining and profound. The film's genre shifts are seamless, and the metaphors about social inequality are brilliant.

A genre-defying masterpiece with four interconnected stories. The film is a surreal and philosophical black comedy that explores morality, destiny, and human nature. Vijay Sethupathi's performance is transcendent.

Scorsese's masterpiece about urban alienation and descent into madness. De Niro's Travis Bickle is one of cinema's most complex anti-heroes. A disturbing yet essential examination of American society.

A mind-bending multiverse adventure that's simultaneously absurd and deeply emotional. Michelle Yeoh delivers a career-best performance in this genre-defying exploration of family, identity, and possibility.

Nolan's ambitious space epic that combines hard science with emotional storytelling. A father's love transcends space and time in this visually stunning meditation on humanity's future.

Kubrick's controversial dystopian masterpiece about violence, free will, and social conditioning. Malcolm McDowell's Alex DeLarge is both charismatic and disturbing in this unforgettable film.

A masterclass in screenwriting and ensemble acting. Set almost entirely in one room, this courtroom drama explores prejudice, justice, and the power of reasonable doubt.