Debut film of Kiran Rao (Mrs Aamir Khan) which evolves around the lives of 4 people.
People expecing this to be Bollywood will be sorely disappointed as it is meant to be more of an "artsy" film.
The main star of the show for me was not Aamir Khan, but Prateik Babbar - son of the legendary Raj Babbar and Smita Patel. He played a "slumdog-millionaire" type character and was the main focus of the film in my opinion. Aamir Khan hardly spoke, but his presence on screen was needed.
Beautifully portrayed; the ending is particularly touching. Good effort here.
Solid 7.5
Monday, 31 January 2011
The Last Exorcism
Decided to watch this as it was a short film.
It was done quite cleverly; filmed with a basic camera and told in a documentary style of way.
Basically, it was a research video to show how these people go round doing exorcism, and use various tricks to con people thinking what they are doing is real. That part was quite interesting.
The ending is a little disappointing. Not really "horror" as such, more of an insight!
6
It was done quite cleverly; filmed with a basic camera and told in a documentary style of way.
Basically, it was a research video to show how these people go round doing exorcism, and use various tricks to con people thinking what they are doing is real. That part was quite interesting.
The ending is a little disappointing. Not really "horror" as such, more of an insight!
6
Sunday, 30 January 2011
Fair Game
Invited to an advanced screening of this movie based on true events.
Tout political thriller based on the CIA agent, whose identity was exposed by the US government, around the time when the Coalition commenced war against Iraq for possessing weapons of mass destruction.
Sean Penn and Naomi Watts pulled of their roles admirably.
Solid 7.
Tout political thriller based on the CIA agent, whose identity was exposed by the US government, around the time when the Coalition commenced war against Iraq for possessing weapons of mass destruction.
Sean Penn and Naomi Watts pulled of their roles admirably.
Solid 7.
Dogtooth
One of the strangest movies I've seen, EVER.
Only reason I decided to watch was because of it being nominated for best foreign film at Oscars 2011.
It was so bizaare, and be prepared for some shocking moments. The family in it are totally deranged - its unbelievable.
It was too quirky i'm afraid, a score of 6 for trying!
Only reason I decided to watch was because of it being nominated for best foreign film at Oscars 2011.
It was so bizaare, and be prepared for some shocking moments. The family in it are totally deranged - its unbelievable.
It was too quirky i'm afraid, a score of 6 for trying!
Wednesday, 26 January 2011
Love and other Drugs
Okay, okay I admit I watched this purely for Anne Hathaway. I thought I really adored her, but I was so disappointed after watching this.
Three-quarters of the film is spent with her and Jake Gyllenhall in bed. It became quite unbearable and it was a predictable ending. It tried to be funny in parts, but it was quite silly. I was expecting this to be a lot better so was quite disappointed.
If it wasn't for the fat guy who played Jake's brother, this would have been a turkey.
Just a 5!
Three-quarters of the film is spent with her and Jake Gyllenhall in bed. It became quite unbearable and it was a predictable ending. It tried to be funny in parts, but it was quite silly. I was expecting this to be a lot better so was quite disappointed.
If it wasn't for the fat guy who played Jake's brother, this would have been a turkey.
Just a 5!
I Spit On Your Grave
Wow! Gruesome or what? This has been based on the 1978 remake which I have not watched yet; but I will watch it after seeing this.
Yes, I admit there were flaws, but The scenes were genuinely disturbing, and shocking.
Story was gripping, although it was a little slow to start. I don't recall seeing Sarah Butler in anything previous to this. She was quite good; you do sympathise with what horrors she went through.
Definately one for the SAW fans out there!
7.5!
Yes, I admit there were flaws, but The scenes were genuinely disturbing, and shocking.
Story was gripping, although it was a little slow to start. I don't recall seeing Sarah Butler in anything previous to this. She was quite good; you do sympathise with what horrors she went through.
Definately one for the SAW fans out there!
7.5!
Blue Valentine
I was not going to watch this movie, but ended up doing so due to the immense media hype.
What can I say? Nothing really new; it was just an average drama with good, solid acting performances. Ryan Gosling far superior in my opinion.
Film was cleverly shot with flashbacks which was the most intersting part. I kept waiting for something big to happen, for my heart to melt, but there were not that many occasions.
Not a bad film. I give it a solid 7.
What can I say? Nothing really new; it was just an average drama with good, solid acting performances. Ryan Gosling far superior in my opinion.
Film was cleverly shot with flashbacks which was the most intersting part. I kept waiting for something big to happen, for my heart to melt, but there were not that many occasions.
Not a bad film. I give it a solid 7.
Saturday, 22 January 2011
The Machinist
Another movie I dug out from my archive. This is from 2004 which I did not get round to watching.
If after 10 minutes the movie does not grip you, then you might struggle watching it.
Very twisted storyline, great role played by Christian Bale and filmed in a very "Hitchcock" style gives this movie a powerful edge over many other similar stories. Imagery is visually stunning.
A solid 8.
Will return to something softer tonight; I plan to watch the much talked about "Blue Valentine". Look out for my findings about it soon!
If after 10 minutes the movie does not grip you, then you might struggle watching it.
Very twisted storyline, great role played by Christian Bale and filmed in a very "Hitchcock" style gives this movie a powerful edge over many other similar stories. Imagery is visually stunning.
A solid 8.
Will return to something softer tonight; I plan to watch the much talked about "Blue Valentine". Look out for my findings about it soon!
The Next 3 Days
Russell Crowe; you either like him or loathe him!
I thought he was very good in this. Yes, I admit their were flaws, but it is good, gripping entertainment.
Elizabeth Banks who is known for her comedy roles, plays a solid, gritty part in this movie as well.
It's a roller coaster ride which will have you on the edge of your seat throughout the movie which is just over 2 hours long.
A solid score of 7.5; definitely worth a watch!
I thought he was very good in this. Yes, I admit their were flaws, but it is good, gripping entertainment.
Elizabeth Banks who is known for her comedy roles, plays a solid, gritty part in this movie as well.
It's a roller coaster ride which will have you on the edge of your seat throughout the movie which is just over 2 hours long.
A solid score of 7.5; definitely worth a watch!
Never Let Me Go
Once again, I was lucky to see this at an advanced screening.
It was very bleak, extremely depressing and dull unfortunately.
I found it very weird, but I did like Carrey Mulligan in it. I thought she acted very well.
Cinematography was cold, might I add; this movie is not for everyone.
Just a 6 from me for this.
It was very bleak, extremely depressing and dull unfortunately.
I found it very weird, but I did like Carrey Mulligan in it. I thought she acted very well.
Cinematography was cold, might I add; this movie is not for everyone.
Just a 6 from me for this.
Sunday, 16 January 2011
Requiem For A Dream
10 years on, and I still had not seen this movie. Oh my God, where have I been?!
Decided to watch this as I was interested in seeing Darren Aronofsky's other work after seeing Black Swan.
It's one heavyweight movie, with a lot of fine imagery and acting performances.
It basically charts the sad lives of 4 drug addicts and how their addiction slowly takes over.
It is very sad and upsetting, and not a movie for the faint-hearted.
On a roll here, there are plenty of movies I've digged out that I am hoping to see (on my new iPad) which is a treat.
Another solid 8.
Decided to watch this as I was interested in seeing Darren Aronofsky's other work after seeing Black Swan.
It's one heavyweight movie, with a lot of fine imagery and acting performances.
It basically charts the sad lives of 4 drug addicts and how their addiction slowly takes over.
It is very sad and upsetting, and not a movie for the faint-hearted.
On a roll here, there are plenty of movies I've digged out that I am hoping to see (on my new iPad) which is a treat.
Another solid 8.
The Fighter
Was fortunate to see this film at an early screening.
It charts the trials and tribulations of WBC Welterweight fighter, Micky Ward with Mark Wahlberg playing the lead role.
In my opinion though, this film belongs to Christian Bale who is the junkie brother who plays the role of his life here!
Not just a boxing film, but an excellent family drama as well.
Keep a look out for this impressive film.
Solid score of 8 from me!
It charts the trials and tribulations of WBC Welterweight fighter, Micky Ward with Mark Wahlberg playing the lead role.
In my opinion though, this film belongs to Christian Bale who is the junkie brother who plays the role of his life here!
Not just a boxing film, but an excellent family drama as well.
Keep a look out for this impressive film.
Solid score of 8 from me!
The King's Speech
Well, what can I say?
A most dull topic, has been made superbly interesting by some blistering english performances. Colin Firth was good, Helen Bonham Carter was sublime and Geoffrey Rush was outstanding!
I imagine the Americans will love this film as they love our accents so much.
A very strong award contender. I really liked this film very much!
Another strong score of 9!
A most dull topic, has been made superbly interesting by some blistering english performances. Colin Firth was good, Helen Bonham Carter was sublime and Geoffrey Rush was outstanding!
I imagine the Americans will love this film as they love our accents so much.
A very strong award contender. I really liked this film very much!
Another strong score of 9!
Wednesday, 12 January 2011
Conviction
This movie is based on a true story of a person that was wrongly convicted of murder and it is about the struggle his sister went through to set him free.
Sam Rockwell acted his heart out is certainly the star of the show. He should most definitely be nominated for an Oscar. Hilary Swank was great too as usual!
It was a simple movie with a simple story, yet so effective. I really enjoyed it. It has a great ending too.
Another 9!
Sam Rockwell acted his heart out is certainly the star of the show. He should most definitely be nominated for an Oscar. Hilary Swank was great too as usual!
It was a simple movie with a simple story, yet so effective. I really enjoyed it. It has a great ending too.
Another 9!
127 Hours
Such a well made film here.
Flashbacks were effective, cinematography was awesome and it was one of the greatest feel good movies I've seen.
Danny Boyle should be very proud of this; he surely has pulled off another great movie.
Certainly a strong Oscar contender.
A score of 9 from me!
Flashbacks were effective, cinematography was awesome and it was one of the greatest feel good movies I've seen.
Danny Boyle should be very proud of this; he surely has pulled off another great movie.
Certainly a strong Oscar contender.
A score of 9 from me!
Saturday, 1 January 2011
Irreversible
This film was extremely controversial and I still had not seen it to date (came out in 2002).
There are two extremely violent scenes; one is a murder and the other is rape.
The sequences are played out starting with the ending and finishing with the beginning.
A remarkable piece of directing; its a shame the contents are so horrific.
8
There are two extremely violent scenes; one is a murder and the other is rape.
The sequences are played out starting with the ending and finishing with the beginning.
A remarkable piece of directing; its a shame the contents are so horrific.
8
Sheitaan
New Year night, and I fancied a horror film, so what do I do, I pick this strange french film out, starring Vincent Cassel.
It was extremely weird - some quirky moments which do make you jump in a few places.
Nothing really happens until 3/4's of the way through.
6.5!
p.s. there's another Vincent Cassel movie coming up; thats 3 in a row!
It was extremely weird - some quirky moments which do make you jump in a few places.
Nothing really happens until 3/4's of the way through.
6.5!
p.s. there's another Vincent Cassel movie coming up; thats 3 in a row!
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