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Dhoom:3 (2013)
Pointless fodder for the dumb brains
Even to bother to write a review seems a waste of my effort for this film. I questioned myself how I managed to sit through this trash. Shame on you Amir khan for thinking you star power could save the movie. The constant grin on Mr Aditya Chopra's face felt like a monkey laughing at the stupidity of the viewer and the constant scowl on Amir Khan and Abhisheks face felt as if they were being forced to go through the motions that had nothing to do with creative talents. The best thing about that can be said about Tabrett Bethell is that she did not disgrace herself by saying very much. There were no memorable songs either in the entire film that I can remember. Was there any point to Katrina Kaif? The biggest joke is that a song and dance number can be called a greatest circus act.
Chocolate: Deep Dark Secrets (2005)
A credible remake of the Brilliant Original.
Don't be put off by tripe written about this film comparing it to the original. Just as 'Vanilla sky' was not as good as 'Open Your Eyes', this film may not be as good as the Usual Suspects but it is a very credible attempt at remaking the original for Indian audience. What would be the point in making the exact original, as the context and audience are different. If one could make a remake the original as good as, or better than the original, then it would denigrate the original. Why bother to go and see a remake if you expect to see the original. Why not except how good the original was and what brave attempt it is to try and pay homage to the original in the remake.
Yes the songs are crap and were unnecessary to the story line. Anil Kapoor and Irfan Khan with their new looks have given depth to their characters. The rest of the cast is mediocre and can't match the performance of two leading actors. Sushma Reddy can't act that is certain. Tanushree Dutta may be the obligatory pretty face in Indian movies, but she tries hard to give some twist to the story line and her relationship with Irfan Khan. Cinematography is quite refreshing for an Indian film and is homage to the original. Some of the plot lines are weak and lack credibility but the pace and continuity of the film certainly keeps you guessing. I kept thinking till the end that it would end like the original with Kevin Spacy walking out on his own. The end shot did come as a surprise, as it gave the story some freshness, even though it may appeal to sugar sentimentality of Indian Audience. Do see this film and then see the original again and except the original may be best but this remake is not bad as first Film from a young directors who is not afraid to tread dangerous ground.
The Mistress of Spices (2005)
Pretentious
I went to see this film, and if it wasn't for other people sitting around us, I would have walked out of the cinema half way through. There is no chemistry between the leading actors. There is very poor character development. Lots of bits of information is thrown in about various characters without linking it to the story. Ashwarya Rai's voice over after a while becomes boring. Lots of other minor characters are added, I think just to fill up the blank pages of the script. The spices are only an excuse to give a movie its title. I am sure some of spice add makers could have done more justice to the spices. The music in places is pathetic. Anupam Kher tries hard with his performance, but fails to add any relevance to the story line. This film does not deserve to be associated with Gurvinder Chadda. Is her name being used for promoting her husbands lacking talent?
It's All About Love (2003)
What is it all about?
Joaquin Phoenix , Claire Danes , Douglas Henshall and Alun Armstrong give very good performances. However it's all style and no substance! What was it all about? Surely, I would not be lost if it was all about love! The film's style promises a lot but delivers very little. What was Sean Penn blabbering on about? Who was he talking to on the phone? Was there any one at the other end of the line? Where exactly was he heading and why? What was his contribution to the movie talent? It all starts up very interestingly and maintain interest throughout but, that's about all. You just keep on waiting till the last moment for it all to be revealed. Perhaps I am not clever enough for this kind of movies!