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Happy New Year (I) (2014)

I'm a huge SRK fan but let's be real... this movie is awful

[4/10 · 13 November 2014]

Come on people. It's OK. Let's admit it. Happy New Year is a terrible film. Did I laugh? Yes. Do I regret going to see it with my friends? No. Did I have fun watching it? Yes!

But the movie is just plain bad. I won't totally trash it. The good parts - Abhishek was very funny, the fight scenes were nicely choreographed, and SRK took his shirt off a number of times. The mindless jokes had my friends and I cracking up at times. But the negative aspects of the film - well, I'm assuming IMDb has some maximum word count, so I will not even attempt to list those things. However, I will say the absolute worst part of this film was the patriotism organism that exploded randomly in the last 10 minutes of the film. Just... there are no words.

Here's some solid advice: if you want to enjoy this movie, turn you brain off. By this I don't mean suspend a need to analyze every aspect of the plot, I mean, literally, turn your brain off. All the way off. Don't think at all. Thinking during this film could be a health hazard. The moment your brain turns on, it could explode from the insane amount of plot holes, inconsistencies, mindlessness, and most of all the awful clichéd dialogues. But be warned, the movie tips the 3 hour mark - so this is no simple feat. If you can turn your brain off in this way, AND if you like the actors, you will enjoy this movie (although you might leave the theater missing a few IQ points). I enjoyed it for that reason. However, if you don't have this power, or if you're not a fan of the actors, I would not recommend this film.

Step Brothers (2008)

I think you will either love this movie or hate it

[10/10 · 14 March 2011]

Step brothers is a stupid film. But I also think it's madly funny. In fact, I'm crazy about it. I was dying with laughter in the theater watching it, and have probably watched it 50 times since then. I still laugh at the same tired lines : "hey man, did you touch my drumset?" "Oprah, Barbara Walters, your wife", "Not even if there's a fire!" "Last week, we put liquid paper on a bee, and... it died", "Better get out of my face, or I'm gonna round house your ass!" and so many other stupid lines.

Bet let's me honest. You will either love this movie or hate it. It's the story of two older guys (one 40, one 39) who are jobless, lazy, and still stuck in the mindset of teenagers. Their parents get married and they become step brothers. At first they rival each other, but as a little time passes they realize the things they hated in each other were really similarities, and they become best friends. Hilarity ensues, yada yada.

The entire movie is based around this premise. All of the jokes are based around this. This is purely a character movie, and if you don't like the characters and think they are funny, you won't like this film. I love it, as do most people I know. But I also know some who think it's just stupid and don't get it at all. I don't think many people will have an in between with this. I love it for the characters, Will Ferrel and John C. Reilly bring Brennan and Dale alive, and I think they are hilarious in this flick. That being said, it's typical Ferrel, and while I think plenty of his movies fall flat, I always enjoy his acting, and that probably adds to my and other's enjoyment of this film. But be warned: if you don't like it within the first 20 minutes, you probably aren't going to like it at all.

Megamind (2010)

A great animated flick

[10/10 · 12 March 2011]

The trailers for this movie made it look pretty weak. I watched it in the theater only because there was nothing left, and I had to be convinced to go because the trailers had given me a pretty bad image of the film. But was I pleasantly surprised! The story is a simple and unique take on the tired superhero movies: what if the villain won for once? The film begins when Megamind (the villain) defeats his arch nemesis Metroman (the hero). Rather than being happy, Megamind realizes suddenly that his life has lost meaning as a result, and he begins to search for ways to regain his happiness. Through that journey he unexpectedly discovers himself, without having set out to find himself to being with. The story expresses the often forgotten fact in our society (and rarely portrayed in films) that destiny is nothing but a word for the lives that we build for ourselves. We determine our futures, our outcomes, there is no path appointed before us. Throughout the film Megamind strongly believes in this concept of "destiny" and only when he relaxes this belief and realizes that "being bad" was not his fate, but the one which society and his environment had expected of him, does he find real happiness in life.

It's a delightful story. The jokes are fun. The characters are lovable. Another thing that stands out in Megamind is the animation. This is the film that has really won me over to computer animation. The animation is spectacular. The emotions expressed on the characters' faces is so enthralling. The action scenes are addicting.

I really liked Megamind. I have heard mixed word of mouth reviews, but I for one loved it. It was not over the top. It was not phenomenal. It was not larger than life and it was not the cheap tear jerker that it so many animated films of today try and be. But in place of those things I believe was honesty, and a deeper than normal message told in a fun and exciting way. The fact that this film was just average, that it was not over the top, made it all the more better and fitting :D 10/10

Humraaz (2002)

Bobby Deol and Akshaye Khanna will keep you on the edge of your seat...

[9/10 · 4 August 2009]

Humraaz is an excellent action thriller. It will remind you a bit of Race in the constant twisting plot. It keeps you going, wondering what will happen next.

The story is about a dance troupe trying to make it in Mumbai. I won't give away any more because it will really ruin the film.

Bobby Deol's acting is really great. You fall in love immediately with this rich but sincere and romantic man. Akshaye Khanna like always is top class in acting.

Overall this is a great timepass film. It is far better than many action type films out there. It doesn't stray away into comedy, it's very believable. Just twist after twist.

Raja Hindustani (1996)

My favorite masala film of all time...

[9/10 · 4 August 2009]

Some may find Raja Hindustani as the same tired and worn out 90's plot... but I happen to love it. Aamir lights up the screen with a great character, Raja Hindustani, a poor villager who drives a taxi who falls in love with a rich girl from Mumbai.

The rest of the story, I'm sure you can guess, as it is very predictable and nothing new. However, songs are really great, and story is captivating.

I will say the ending is stupid and Johnny Lever is as annoying as ever this time as Raja's annoying sardar friend. Most of the film I wanted him to drop dead of heart attack. But he never does...

But either way this is just a fun masala film with Aamir in the lead. It's not too serious, it's a great time pass and a good love story. If you don't get your hopes up for something mind blowing, you won't be let down.

Krazzy 4 (2008)

Best characters of a Hindi comedy!!!

[8/10 · 4 August 2009]

OK... I am so shocked the rating on Krazzy 4 is so low!! The acting was so great to these excellent characters. Rajpal Yadav plays a poor crazy man thinking Ghandi and freedom fighters are still around, Irrfan Khan as a was-doctor now in a mental patient trying to pick up everyone's trash... Arshad Warsi has an explosive temper and poor Suresh Menon is a mute and says nothing pretty much... 4 mental patients going to see a cricket game under the guise this should help them learn to work as a team who get mixed up in a crazy kidnapping... now are loose in the city trying to find their doctor...

this movie had the most crazy shenanigans and made me laugh so hard. The characters mad this film. They were excellent. I especially loved Irrfan Khan as an quiet introverted neat freak. This movie was great Oh yeah and one of the last films Shah Rukh is in where he doesn't look too old... (his song must be the shortest in the film BTW)!!! Hrithik dancing on the end credits was great too! Obviously it won't go down in cinematic history but it is a great time pass and not some sleazy comedy!! Just good fun film

Viruddh... Family Comes First (2005)

A slow and typical beginning leads way to an incredible film

[7/10 · 25 July 2009]

Viruddh is a film that has interest for the star power in it. Big B, Sanjay Dutt, and John Abraham make out to be a perfect cast. That's why I got it and was not let down

The first 45 minutes or so of this film is quite slow to the point you wonder if there will be a plot. It reminded me a LOT of another Amitabh/Abraham film Babuul which was really bad... but it turned out this slow beginning was just to get you hooked to the main characters. The husband/wife relationship played by Amitabh and Sharmila is at the heart of this film and without this intro film wouldn't have been as good

but hold on through the dragging beginning because Viruddh surely picks up and becomes an incredible tale. I won't say much because I don't want to give away the plot (which would ruin the film). But I will say that this film is truly unforgettable. Acting is superb, story keeps you going, characters are excellent.

One problem with Viruddh, not really a problem with the film but more of an annoyance was the RIDICULOUS product placement!!! Motor oil shot to the bottle an Sanjay pours it in a car but most hilarious was the WESTERN UNION scene that played no consequence to the film and was a scene added in where John Abraham essentially tells Amitabh just like in the commercials "hey Dad am sending you money, you can go to any location, etc. etc" wih a shot of Amitabh happily going to Western Union. I was cracking up!!! It distracts you from how real the film is... shameless!!! But forgivable because this film is great

And if you like this film you should check out Big B's Family with Akshay Kumar. SImilar like plot and Amitabh's acting is far better.

Both films are great. Enjoy!

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001)

You don't need to have read the books or be a fan of fantasy films to enjoy..

[25 July 2009]

personally I never read the Harry Potter series because I typically despise this fantasy type genre. I can not stand it in film or books. However, I watched this first film because my boyfriend loved the Harry Potter series. I was pretty sure I wouldn't like it.

That being said, I have no watched all of the films out so far and am awaiting the new one desperately to hit the Imax... now I can not wait to read the books!

This is a truly great story and if you like this part, everything else is going to be incredible to you

I just wanted to let people know who haven't read the books because they aren't typically into this sort of thing that you will not be let down. This film is fun, witty, smart, charming... the characters are incredible and vibrant and especially Harry who is one of the best characters in a long time. The story is very engaging, no matter your age (I am 22)

So if you haven't read the books, it's not too late to get into the films while they are still coming out! I am sure you will enjoy it! Oh yeah, and the films only get better from here!

enjoy!

Fashion (2008)

Priyanka shines in this wonderful film!!!

[9/10 · 15 July 2009]

I watched this movie simply because of the good hype surrounding it. Although it was def. not my type (modeling does not interest me at all). Believe me, anyone would like this film!

Wow. I always thought Priyanka's acting was horrible. Come on after Salaam e ishq I was really wondering who would hire this girl... but maybe its just because she's been in these comedy/sexy roles and not a very complex character. Well guys her performance in Fashion was incredible. She def. deserved the IIFA best actress award over Aish in Jodha Akbar!

That being said this is a very gritty portrayal of the fashion world that whether it is a realistic depiction or not is very interesting. It takes you into an 'alternate universe' in India and fills you in on all the gritty details and all the central characters that by the end you feel like you have journeyed with Meghna (Priyanka's character) all the way and seen it all yourself.

Well all of that being said you are in for a real treat with Fashion. It is no typical masala film as I'm sure you know but go in with an open mind and you will come out feeling like you have really seen something memorable!

Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood (1996)

One of the funniest movies of all time... you will never see another one like this...

[10/10 · 9 July 2009]

Don't be a Menace is one of the funniest films of all times. It takes a serious genre of film and picks apart every detail of it. This film shows no mercy. It is only out for entertainment. The most pivotal, gritty, and shocking scenes from hood movies, the ones that defined the genre and changed the way Americans thought about cinema and society, are spoofed mercilessly from the preachy Ice-Cube monologue at the end of Boyz in the Hood to the Asian convenience store in the beginning of Menace II Society...

This movie has gotten shockingly bad reviews but I imagine these people have never seen hood films. Either that or they are the type that want to take everything too seriously. This is not a movie to think about and analyze or drag politics into... it is a film to enjoy

From the opening comment spoofing the Boyz intro ("one out of every ten black males will be forced to sit through at least one growing up in the hood movie in their lifetimes") to the ending scene, you will be in pain from the laughter this film will ensue if you have grown up watching hood films.

This movie is one giant stereotype which people might pick at, but that is ultimately the point. While films like Menace II Society and Boyz have become classics of the 90s, they have also played on age old stereotypes and that is the heart of this film.

Pickles, anyone?

Annie Hall (1977)

Why the hell is this movie a classic?????

[2/10 · 5 January 2007]

I guess its a generational thing, maybe you had to be alive when it came out because I hated it and I usually have film tastes that are fairly aligned with the general populations. Oh well! I thought I'd love it because I'm Jewish but I was very wrong. Barely could watch the whole thing.

Annie Hall contains humor that is supposed to be subtle and therefore I assume "cultured" or "intelligent". There were one or two things I found humorous about it, but I thought it was so slow paced and boring that I can barely even recall a plot line (if there was one).

Yet another movie where Woody Allen makes Jews look like wimps and Diane Keaton has shoulder pads and looks like Paula Poundstone in men's clothing.

I love New York but Annie Hall put a small tinge in that love!