Thoughts on movies, shows, books and life will be found here. Read at the risk of getting addicted.
Without further ado I give you something to make no ado of… what a waste of time this film was. Yeah there were many layers, yes we got the gist of what you are trying to say, show and do. But it was so pointless. After all the parameters and problems are figured out, we are faced with a highly predictable end. Tom says something to Sally. I am saying the same thing to Tom in my head.
1.5/5
Two decades later, one of my favourite films comes alive on screen, in 3D. Like Titanic 3D, this film didn’t have any additional scenes and the 3D was for depth perception, adding to the existing effects of the film but didn’t feel like anything new. The film is everything it was in 1993, bringing back teenage memories and the thrill of watching dinosaurs.
The Trilogy was well received but part 4 has been in talks since the last decade. Finally, we have news that Jurassic Park 4 is being released on 13th June 2014.
Now I am not a fan of gore, though this movie didn’t rely on it for effect, it used it as a by product of its style. What a brilliant story! Its long for a Hollywood film, at almost 2 hours 45 minutes, but it keeps you glued!
Slavery, some startling facts about the ‘sport’ some people indulged in at that time, shocking inhuman punishments, suave and sophisticated murders, witty comrades and a most unusual and unique dinner conversation, make this a worthy film for the ones that can brave it.
Leonardo Di Caprio, Christoph Waltz, Jamie Foxx, Samuel Jackson, Kerry Washington, surprise, shock, entertain, enthral you and the many supporting cast members shine in this merciless bounty hunter journey.
Full points for a simple title, slick direction and for bringing alive an era so forgotten and some of it for good reason… Tarantino, take a bow!
4/5
So we a Jolly new lawyer trying to get his practise to fly off, when he stumbles upon something that most lawyers wouldn’t touch
He then proceeds to come across many obstacles / foul play, which have witnesses, but for some reason are not presented in court. He does though, have a strong case, which because of our wonderful judicial system, keeps getting delayed. Not as delayed as they are in real life, one must add.
The end is predictable. But what you take away from this is a few things. Good performances by Boman Irani and Saurabh Shukla. Wonderment at why Amrita Rao is there. More wonderment at Arshad Warsi for trying something dramatic and pulling it off. And if you are really optimistic, some glimmer of hope in our laws for the common man.
2.5/5
While the White House is constantly under attack, this flick shows us all the ways ofpenetrating and damaging it, that we have never seen before.
The villain wasn’t scary, but at least he wasn’t laughable. There was enough drama and twists and turns to keep the plot alive. Some decent action/tension scenes and Gerard Butler make this film watchable.
2/5
Hollywoods 130 Million Dollar April Fools Joke!
A pointless film, with a weak plot and no story, this is the best way to celebrate the 1st of April.
A host of characters, with no development, laughable villains and an almost comical catastrophe, the film tests your patience pretty soon.
Barring a few good cgi/action scenes (which did not save the film), this is such a poor attempt to credit a franchise which had a popular and strong history!
Don’t get fooled into watching!
0.5/5
P.S. Chaning Tatum has a blink and miss role which upset many viewers, if this is why you want to go, watch a previous film of his!
Magic is always fascinating to watch, difficult to learn and even more complex to perform. That out of the way, we have a simple story of 2 kids who are drawn to magic, turn to it for a profession when they grow older, grow apart, as many friends do, and get back together, as some friends do. What’s the ‘Incredible’ bit you ask? Just the word in the title.
We see Steve Carell in a very camp avatar, Jim Carrey in an extreme avatar and are entertained by the matter of fact Alan Arkin. Friendship, romance, lessons learned, audiences partially entertained. This bunny never made it back from the hat.
2/5
The film has everything yet something is missing. A stellar cast (James Franco, Rachel Weisz, Michelle Williams, Mila Kunis), great effects, but the screen play doesn’t hold your attention. The plot has been changed from the original novel, but is weak and shallow. The actors use very dramatic delivery, as if they are performing live in a theatre, the way its shot too gives that effect. Whether that works to its advantage is another story. There seems to be room for a sequel. And Sonakshi Sinha has made her secret Hollywood Debut as the loud and cackling Evil Green Witch. Don’t tell me you haven’t been warned!
2/5
Based on an unlikely and unusual premise, where people’s imbalances, irrational behaviours and erratic actions bind them as families. To call them dysfunctional would be a modest start, but to be completely honest, there is a rational as to why these people have arrived in their present state.
To say any more would ruin the experience of the film, so let us talk about the performances. All 4 principal cast members were nominated for the Oscar’s (besides winning and being nominated for other awards), in their respective categories, which in itself is a record. Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, Jacki Weaver and Jennifer Lawrence show you sides of human behaviour so difficult to capture, but here they are on display, so raw, no fear, no graph, no predictability! Anything can happen in the scene and that’s the beauty of the film. How they deal with events or outbursts and move on as if nothing happened, you swear you are watching the most real, stripped down montage of human psychology. Can’t wait to read the book!
At age 22, Jennifer Lawrence won the Oscar, in a year of tough competition with some very female-centric films. Kudos Kid! This film is witness to pure talent which has got the due credit it deserves.
There is method in this madness 😉
4/5
A dream team film. Directed by Abhishek Kapoor of ‘Rock On’. Based on Chetan Bhagat’s Novel ‘The 3 mistakes I made in my life’. Produced by UTV.
At 2 hours 4 minutes, this film serves you the meat, without ANY fat. (Maybe not an appropriate analogy for a Gujarati themed movie!) 3 friends, an unconventional livelihood and some memorable historic events make this a gripping film. Appropriate music, real sets, natural locations and sharp characterization leave you with a complete experience. Gujarati culture has not been portrayed like this on screen before, very true and identifiable. The story moves fast, but captures detail and connects with the viewers on many levels.
Raj Kumar has done a few films before and is dependable. Sushant Singh Rajput, who makes a debut with this film, has one overriding personality trait which he displays well. His acting graph is surely more diverse and will show up in his future films. But it is Amit Sadh who steals the show with a controlled performance, intense expressions and a hidden rage. Amrita Puri lights up the screen with her vivacious character and looks gorgeous in all the close up shots.
For the love of cinema, cricket and the spirit of friendship, watch Kai Po Che. This kite is gonna soar!
4/5
Movies&Musings 