A Chilling Ride to Nausea-ville : My quick take on movie “Sector 36” (Netflix)
If you thought “Saw series”was the pinnacle of cringe-worthy cinemas, think again. “Sector 36” on Netflix takes you on a skin-crawling journey that leaves you wondering why you ever hit play in the first place. Based on the horrifying Nithari serial murders of 2006, the film tones down the gore but ramps up the dread—enough to make you question your ability to sleep at night. It’s not just a movie; it’s a mental marathon that will "scare the sh*t out of you," as the promotional copy should probably say.
This film doesn’t inspire you, enlighten you, or entertain you. Nope, it just aims to psychologically terrorize you. Aditya Nimbalkar, clearly a graduate of the Vishal Bhardwaj Academy of Dark Cinema (you know, the guy behind *Haider* Rangoon and *Talvaar*), does an excellent job at making you wish you’d picked a rom-com instead. His gritty portrayal of law enforcement entangled in a corrupt and violent web is brilliant, sure—but who needed another reminder that the world is a terrifying place?
Vikrant Massey, our 12th-fail-overachiever-turned-villain, keeps it subtle and sinister. No contact lenses, no *Raman Raghav* facial scars—just pure, spine-chilling evil. Deepak Dobriyal as the cop? Absolute dynamite. At points, you'll swear you’re watching Fahadh Faasil moonlighting in a Bollywood thriller. Especially during the killer’s confession scene, where Dobriyal’s expressions of shock, disgust, and rage deserve a standing ovation. But fair warning: watching this on a full stomach might make you regret your last meal.
And just when you think it's over, the film leaves you with an open ending, because clearly, we haven’t suffered enough. Could there be a sequel? Do we even want one? Who knows.
Bottom line: *Sector 36* is not family-friendly unless your family enjoys being scared senseless. But if you’re a fan of tight plotting, gritty realism, and powerful performances, this is your dark, disturbing cup of tea.
Just don’t say I didn’t warn you.
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