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From Norse legends to cinematic love, here’s what your weekend binge looks like

In the realm of streaming, two gripping sagas are captivating audiences, offering a fresh perspective on storytelling and reigniting our fascination with mythology and love.

Paul Reji George

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Friday, February 2, 2024

With stellar performances recorded last weekend with the Ayn Film Festival, we see promising talent rise in Oman. The frames we see are orchestrated to inspire, educate and influence the viewer, and now we see a glimpse of the vivid tapestry of the Sultanate on film.

Here are your unique frames, curated to make your weekend binge-worthy.

Ragnarok (Netflix)

Out of all the folklore in the world, Norse mythology has always had a charm to it. We have seen countless renditions over the past through cartoons, games and even Marvel movies. Ragnarok expertly captures a tale as old as time and weaves it uniquely into the modern era. A small Norwegian town is hit with a series of climate-disrupting events, and within the chaos, a young boy is summoned to divinity by lightning. Ragnarok, translated as “Doom of the gods” in Old Norse, takes shape in this small town, and a thrilling 2 seasons follow that is worth every moment.

Sapta Saagaradaache Ello Side A & B (Amazon Prime)

The world of cinema is well-accustomed to love stories, and we have seen some epic tales unfold, from subtle, delicate scripts to epics that have swept us off our feet with their grandeur. But rarely do we see a script that leaves a lasting effect that makes us feel like we are part of the story and the characters’ lives. Directed by Hemanth Rao and expertly brought to life by some stand-out performances by Rakshit Shetty and Rukmini Vasanth, Sapta Saagaradaache Ello Side A & B sucks you right into an emotional rollercoaster. A story that promises to move, shake, and thrill you with every turn, Side A and B are certified to be binge-worthy.

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