Reviewed by: Dare Devil Kid (DDK)
Rating: 3.4/5 stars
A thought-proving take on human relationships and their changing dynamics as shown through the actions and decisions of its lead characters. As usual, more than the film itself, Director Imtiaz Ali displays his talent for extracting brilliant performances from his main cast.
Randeep Hoods delivers his best performance till date and finally gets the scope to showcase his latent talent. But its Alia Bhatt who completely steals the show. She's riveting as the vulnerable girl who graciously accepts the drastic and scary situation she's thrust into with gusto and heart. Her body language is enough to demonstrate her realization that it's this situation, which provides her with a new lease of life and complete freedom. She discovers a degree of honesty, truth, and acceptance with her kidnappers that she never experienced before in the decent world.
Ms. Bhatt does enough to convince us that "SOTY" was an aberration and everybody should anticipate her forthcoming releases. "Highway" is a good film on its own. What makes it better are Hooda's and Alia's class acts.
Rating: 3.4/5 stars
A thought-proving take on human relationships and their changing dynamics as shown through the actions and decisions of its lead characters. As usual, more than the film itself, Director Imtiaz Ali displays his talent for extracting brilliant performances from his main cast.
Randeep Hoods delivers his best performance till date and finally gets the scope to showcase his latent talent. But its Alia Bhatt who completely steals the show. She's riveting as the vulnerable girl who graciously accepts the drastic and scary situation she's thrust into with gusto and heart. Her body language is enough to demonstrate her realization that it's this situation, which provides her with a new lease of life and complete freedom. She discovers a degree of honesty, truth, and acceptance with her kidnappers that she never experienced before in the decent world.
Ms. Bhatt does enough to convince us that "SOTY" was an aberration and everybody should anticipate her forthcoming releases. "Highway" is a good film on its own. What makes it better are Hooda's and Alia's class acts.