Movie Junction

Ranjan Pruthee’s top theatrical picks of 2012 Django Unchained Tarantino’s latest effort is maddening and bloody violent, yet he manages to inject moments of comedy and laughter into it, making the violence almost a secondary aspect. He pays homage to multiple genres, but at the same time carves out his own identity as an astute filmmaker, rediscovering himself in many ways. Lincoln Steven Spielberg’s film is a educational in every aspect, covering political challenges of passing the 13th amendment through the Senate and House that abolished slavery in all forms. Under Spielberg’s masterful direction, Daniel Day-Lewis delivers a superb performance that is worthy of an Oscar nomination.  Life of Pi With his past experience in adapting books for the screen, “Life of Pi” was a perfect project for Ang Lee, who retains Martel’s grandiose vision through the use of striking images and outstanding performances from the lead actors. As an allegorical tale of a young boy who