Stories by Hala Syed
Zoya Akther's latest film is insightful even as each character is a borderline sociopath. Find out who's least awful
Updated 15 Jun, 2015 01:51pm
Director Vikramjit Singh's 'deep' movie is sinking -- fast.
Updated 17 Feb, 2015 07:14pm
"Educate a Girl" scholars talk community pressure at Alex Preston's "The I in Reportage" workshop
Published 16 Feb, 2015 01:13pm
While many of its dishes could use fine-tuning, Fika has a winning concept and a thoughtful approach to food.
Updated 06 Feb, 2015 12:34pm
The discussion was a result of the British Council partnering with the Fashion Pakistan Council.
Updated 03 Feb, 2015 02:12pm
The best part of festivals like these is discovering new products or food movements.
Updated 27 Jan, 2015 11:30am
Visually 'I' is a unique and an unexpected treat, but at 3 hours it is much too long.
Published 22 Jan, 2015 05:17pm
Casual dining restaurant Tao is pleasant, inoffensive and safely middle of the road.
Updated 20 Jan, 2015 06:08pm
The film tries to navigate through issues entrenched in the unforgiving and elusive world of fashion.
Updated 05 Jan, 2015 06:28pm
'3 Bahadur' is all set to make a splash in the summer of 2015 as Pakistan's first animated feature film.
Updated 25 Dec, 2014 05:41pm
Like all good art, PK communicates and evokes empathy as it entertains.
Updated 24 Dec, 2014 01:20pm
Attempting to revitalise watch retail in Pakistan, the store will emphasise on ambiance and customer service.
Published 22 Dec, 2014 12:36pm
As an open ended grim reverie, the movie asks more questions than it answers.
Published 25 Nov, 2014 06:29pm
This film festival allows movie lovers to experience productions that would never be offered in mainstream cinema.
Updated 25 Nov, 2014 04:19pm
Chatterbox Café has managed to retain the cosy warmth of the old while effectively creating a new identity.
Updated 05 Nov, 2014 06:32pm
Aiming for a niche market, Barista Lavazza manages to deliver in all the aspects that it is trying to succeed in.
Updated 22 Oct, 2014 09:03pm
Contemplative, deliberately paced and often disconcerting, 021 is a far better film than its promotion suggested.
Updated 06 Oct, 2014 02:38pm
Unlike many other kidnapping capers, the movie relies on characters over violence and suspense.
Published 30 Sep, 2014 06:07pm
Though the food is impressive, it is the impeccable service which keeps us going to The Patio again and again.
Updated 03 Sep, 2014 06:34pm
If you're looking for an undeniably decadent burger, "Oh My Grill" might just become your favourite.
Updated 27 Aug, 2014 12:27pm
