Om Shanti Om (2007)

I'm just back from the theatre and this is one helluva movie. Om Shanti Om redefines the words/phrases 'unique', 'class of its own', 'out of this world' and a lot more.
Farah Khan!! after Main Hoon Na, i really didn't want to see another film by you. I now owe you an apology.

Shahrukh Khan is his usual best. Being the lover boy is his core competency and he proves that to the hilt yet again.

Deepika Padukone is not merely eye candy. She is a terrific actress considering that this is her first bollywood film. The innocence on her face is remarkable and blends perfectly with her role.

The comedy is spot on, if you will attune yourself to it. Yes, its very important that you read the movie.

The art direction is superb. The intelligence that has gone into some of the scenes is commendable. A pat on your back Mr. Sabu Cyril

To think about it, there's nothing else special in this movie, but the way everything gels together, thats a masterstroke and thats where i shower praise on Farah Khan and the Editor, Shirish Kunder An out and out entertainer. Don't expect this movie to make it to a hall of fame, don't expect it to make its way to movie literature and don't expect this movie to get you thinking....coz Om Shanti Om is just a fun ride..enjoy it, forget it

This movie WILL NOT find acceptance with the rays, the Benegals, the Coppolas, the Scorceses, but frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn! (u'll know what i mean)

Go watch it!!

Concept 8.3/10
Performance 8.5/10
Technical 9/10
Screenplay 9/10

Overall 8.6/10

P.S Special mention of Farah Khan, who so deservingly always introduces the brilliant people behind the cameras at the end of the movie. These people are evenly responsible for making a film what it becomes.

Rocky (1976)

The first serving in the 6 course delight, that is the Rocky series. Surprisingly, i saw this after having seen all the sequels. So knew the story and all. I've realized one thing though; watching movies is not a group activity. If you wanna enjoy a movie, watch it alone, preferably in the dark.

I love this pic on the right. It single handedly captures the essence of the whole rocky series. The indom- itable spirit that is rocky balboa, the all-heart champion. It is for the beauty in the character, that rocky is such a great movie

A Good Year (2006)

very touching movie. The Screenplay is so sensitive that you live through the characters. Of course a lot of credit goes to the cast for that. Rivetting performance from one and all. Russell Crowe is at his best as always. I was smitten by his secretary, played by archie Punjabi. She looks so, pardon me, hot in her role, that i've made a note to watch all her movies. Extremely sharp character fittingly assigned to a woman with razor sharp features. Then as the ruthless investment broker, Max Skinner (Crowe) heads to France to receive his uncle's estate bequeathed to him, rather interestingly, we, through him, encouter such amazing characters as the irritable vineyard manager (Didier Bourdon), the magnanimous housekeeper (Isabelle Candelier) and the enchanting young restaurateur (Marion Cotillard). There is something about the French and sensuality, no one has it better. With such a vibrant mix of personalities, it is a brilliant foundation for the plot to unravel itself and it does, ever so gently. At the end of it all, you feel a deep sense of happiness. Lovely movie!

performance 9/10
screenplay 9/10
concept 9.5/10
technical 9/10

overall 9.1/10

Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan (2006)

I don't have words for this movie. its something, just something!! you'll laugh, rest assured.

Sacha Baron Cohen, otherwise famous as Ali G is the protagonist. Typical weirdo performance from him. you should check out the Ali G show, love his language there!

no ratings again!!

Deuce Bigalow European Gigolo (2005) & Deuce Bigalow Male Gigolo (1999)

Just being faithful to my blog. saw these 2 as well. had a few good laughs, naughty and nice

no ratings for this one!

I Am Sam (2001)

A poignant tale of unconditional love. Sean Penn as a mentally challenged father fighting for the custody of his daughter, played by Dakota Fanning
Its not the plot, its the emotions that take centre stage here. They have been dealt with so delicately, that you can't help feel for the father who realizes that his 6 year old daughter is mentally superior to him. Even more anguished is the motherless kid who has to face embarrassment at the hands of her classmates, realizing the sad way, that her father is not capable of taking care of her. The beautiful father daughter relationship is the heart of the story as it meanders through rough times for both.

Sean Penn is beyond words in his portrayal and aptly earns himself a beat actor nomination. Ably supported by Dakota Fanning and Michele Pfieffer, in a crucial role, this movie will move the toughest of hearts.

Performance 9/10
Concept 9/10
Screenplay 8.5/10
Technical 8/10

Overall 8.6/10

Fargo (1996)

A decent movie made more interesting by its quirky characters. The stuttering protagonist (William. H. Macy), the weird talking kidnapper (Steve Buscemi), the hardly talking accomplice (Peter Stormare), the chirpy yet smart cop (Frances McDormand) and a few more not so consequential others pepper up the scenes.

In the end, a simple movie

Concept 8/10
Performace 8.2/10
Screenplay 8/10
Technical 8/10

Overall 8/10