Much hyped Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif starrer which has broken many box-office records. It probably has to do with their first film together since the pair's break-up and the masses wanted to see them on the silver screen again.
Salman's acting was actually bearable for a change and he seemed genuine and down to earth, unlike the last movie, Bodyguard which was so stupid.
Yes there were flaws in this and was overlong, but it was not that bad. Once you find out the twist half way through, its fairly predictable.
The main song, "Mashallah", that was probably a major hand in the film's viewing numbers was right at the end when the credits rolled!
6
Sunday, 30 September 2012
Hell's Ground (Zibahkhana)
Pakistan's first gore film! Naturally, I was intrigued and didn't need to even download the subtitles as urdu is my mother tongue.
What can I say? I thought a pakistani horror film was quite refreshing despite the bad acting and script.
Its similar to The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, but basically about a bunch of young people going on a road trip. You can guess what happens next...
The one complaint I would make is the english translated title. Zibahkhana means Slaughter House. Bit different from Hells Ground!
A 6 from me.
What can I say? I thought a pakistani horror film was quite refreshing despite the bad acting and script.
Its similar to The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, but basically about a bunch of young people going on a road trip. You can guess what happens next...
The one complaint I would make is the english translated title. Zibahkhana means Slaughter House. Bit different from Hells Ground!
A 6 from me.
Monday, 24 September 2012
Barfii
India's entry to the Oscars for 2013.
A very different kind of story that is genuine and believable.
The visuals and cinematography is spectacular - Darjeeling is gorgeous! Ranbir Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra should be applauded for their portrayals. While we have seen similar themes in western movies, there are very few of these types of roles available in hindi cinema.
Yes, there were some bits that could have been skipped, but overall, its a very heart-warming and tender story which can make you laugh one minute and cry the next.
8
A very different kind of story that is genuine and believable.
The visuals and cinematography is spectacular - Darjeeling is gorgeous! Ranbir Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra should be applauded for their portrayals. While we have seen similar themes in western movies, there are very few of these types of roles available in hindi cinema.
Yes, there were some bits that could have been skipped, but overall, its a very heart-warming and tender story which can make you laugh one minute and cry the next.
8
Livide
French supernatural horror flick which I had fairly high expectations for but thought it was a bit of a let down. It was a story from the producers of "Inside" which was very gory and gripping and throughly enjoyable.
Although there was plenty of blood, it failed to create that horror feeling from what I thought, was a very promising start. Typical of french films, the endings are quite metaphorical.
I found Chloe Coulloud, the french lead actress, with plenty of talent nevertheless.
6
Although there was plenty of blood, it failed to create that horror feeling from what I thought, was a very promising start. Typical of french films, the endings are quite metaphorical.
I found Chloe Coulloud, the french lead actress, with plenty of talent nevertheless.
6
Thursday, 20 September 2012
The Sweeney
Don't know why this seems to have got slated; must have been the lovers of the old TV serial as they were not impressed with it not resembling it or doing it justice.
Well, this is 2012 so obviously it's going to be different! I thought the action sequences were well thought out and engaging.
Ben Drew from Plan B makes his debut; the only thing that was off-putting was his "afro-caribbean" accent! And everyone likes Ray Winstone!
I do recommend a watch!
7
Well, this is 2012 so obviously it's going to be different! I thought the action sequences were well thought out and engaging.
Ben Drew from Plan B makes his debut; the only thing that was off-putting was his "afro-caribbean" accent! And everyone likes Ray Winstone!
I do recommend a watch!
7
Lawless
Once again, another movie that is based on a true story.
It's a little slow to start with and Shia LeBoeouf and Tom Hardy deliver excellent performances, as does Guy Pearce, who in my opinion, is highly underrated as an actor.
There is only so much one can do to jazz up a true story; there are limitations and thus I felt the ending was a little bit of a let down.
Still, a very good film which I enjoyed a lot.
7
It's a little slow to start with and Shia LeBoeouf and Tom Hardy deliver excellent performances, as does Guy Pearce, who in my opinion, is highly underrated as an actor.
There is only so much one can do to jazz up a true story; there are limitations and thus I felt the ending was a little bit of a let down.
Still, a very good film which I enjoyed a lot.
7
The Imposter
Mind-blowing documentary-thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout.
A cleverly made film that keeps you engaged. The film-making is extremely intelligent and will keep you gripped.
Based on a true story; the tale is sure to have you hooked!
8.5
A cleverly made film that keeps you engaged. The film-making is extremely intelligent and will keep you gripped.
Based on a true story; the tale is sure to have you hooked!
8.5
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