Sunday, March 20, 2011

From Prada to Nada - A real heartwarming and fun story..don't go by IMDB ratings for this one the rating does not do any justice

I am surprised that IMDB has given this movie such a bad rating whereas many a times I have seen many a trashy movies has got decent ratings thats why I don't ever go with the critics/website's ratings when it comes to watch movies or for anything in life for that matter.

Please do not go by the IMDB ratings for this one as the poor rating does not do any justice to much well made and fun movie I would definitely put this under a nice timepass flick.

Coming back to this movie this one is a modern version of Jane Austen's 'Sense And Sensibility' based in L.A with a Latino touch which gives this movie an extra flavor of fun and frolic.This one is a witty and real fun romantic comedy and the actors seemed so real someone you could connect to for sure.

From Prada to Nada" is a highly enjoyable movie,I liked it very much and I am sure you will too:)Watch it please.

Saturday, March 19, 2011

Ramona and Beezus - Sweet Little Charming Film For Every Season :)

Ramona and Beezus is based on the book Ramona Forever which I am sure is quite popular among the very young readers (8-13 age group).
Ramona Quimby (Joey King) lives in a typical middle class neighborhood on the west coast(USA). Her family consists of Father Robert (John Corbett), Mother Dorothy (Bridget Moynahan), big Sister Beatrice, or, Beezus (Selena Gomez) and a new baby sister. Also close to the Quimbys is their mother's sibling, Aunt Bea (Ginnifer Goodwin)and her hot school sweetheart Hobart(Josh Duhamel). Unlike Beezus, who is an excellent student and very mature for a budding teenager, Ramona struggles at school, especially with her no-nonsense teacher (Sandra Oh).Every actor/actress fits in their respective character just perfect which adds to the extra sparkle of this movie.Joey King as Ramona stands out she is so very adorable.
Ramona's family's life comes at a very emotional point when her dad loses his job amidst his set of responsibilities but the whole family the critical situation makes this movie really beautiful no over dramatic situations but very realistic and very positive at that.
This movie is completely entertaining and light at the same time real issues of life are managed very well and its an extremely positive movie in all aspect.
Loved it and recommend this one strongly

Friday, March 18, 2011

Red Riding Hood(2011) - Enjoyed the fable as a child can't really say the same about the movie though its a visual treat...

As a child I must have read the story of Red Riding Hood uncountable times so when got to know that this movie was being made I was super excited but honestly I came out disappointed they have made a complete bad movie of such a great story the title is misleading so if you are thinking you will get to see some nice story unfolding then no you will be disappointed I am sure.

Visually the movie is fantastic and yes if you have liked 'Twilight' kind of movies then this one is your cup of tea for sure.

Amanda Seyfried looks wow and has done a decent job and thats it..

Honest suggestion - don't waste your money on this one Play Holi and have a great weekend

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

The Last Emperor - Great movie...A Beautiful Unforgettable Epic...Simply Amazing

The Last Emperor is the story about the last emperor(Pu Yi) of China during the times of forbidden city yes its completely larger than life yet very close to life this story is indeed story of riches to riches,this beautiful moving epic shows the departure of an emperor who ruled 500 million people and did what he felt and then due to political and socio economic reasons finally dying as a common peasant in People's Republic Of China in 1967.

Each stage of his life right from his infancy when he was a three year old child and was crowned as the emperor of a dynasty which he knew nothing about all he knew was he wanted to go back to his mother then his stage as a teenager and then of course finally when he gets arrested and have to serve like any other common man there bidding adieu to all the glory and life of comfort and that shows the universal fact very well life is never predictable and that applies to everyone in this universe.

Apart from a fantastic story the movie visually too is a complete masterpiece rather stunning i should say I was spellbound with each scene unfolding it seemed to be just getting better.

I am sure it deserved rightfully all the nine Oscars it had got in 1988.

I can assure you this is one of the best movies made and will always remain a landmark in the world of movies and for every movie lover.

You Again - Nice sweet little romantic comedy...

Now this is the kind of movie which can make you forget your worries/stress and you can have a good laugh at other's madness and somewhere I am sure you can connect to few of this situations as well especially if you have been at the receiving end of unpleasant behavior at some given point in your life.

This is a complete fun story where a simple sweet girl who gets bullied in high school and that is something which kind of forces her out of a small town and and also somewhere her success is attributed to this as well and then after good 8 years she figures out that her beloved elder brother is about to marry that bully rather high school bitch whom she just loves to hate and then it so happens such rivalry is found among earlier generations too which makes the movie kind of hilarious and yes there's a particular scene in the movie during the rehearsal dinner and that is completely inspired from 2008 release '27 Dresses' :)

I really enjoyed myself...I am sure you will if you see it with an open mind.

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Yently - Great story and a great movie indeed

Yentl is one of those movies that has a great story a story which has revolutionized the society ,a story that moves you inspires you and tells you again and not to give up on your dreams come what may yes there may be many many hurdles to cross but not ever giving up is the key to success for sure.
I always thought Barbara Streisand was a great singer and she was a good actress too but directing this gem of a movie she has proved her mettle and is surely an all rounder someone to look upto for sure.
Apparently Barbara Streisand worked for more than 15 years on bringing this film to the big screen, and it was well worth the effort.
Broadway tenor Mandy Patinkin is terrific as the object of Yentl's affections.
YENTL is also showcase for the wonderful music of Michael Legrand (with outstanding lyrics by Marilyn and Alan Bergman), and the film uses these songs to brilliant effect no extra drama but really well placed.
Great movie worth every watch for sure...

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

The Next Three Days - Fantastic Thriller

With a tagline such as this 'What if you had 72 hours to save everything you live for?
you would expect nothing short of a good thriller and this one does not disappoint you surely on that aspect.
I enjoyed the movie thoroughly not a moment of boredom and leaves you completely spellbound by the thrilling sequences and trust me you won't be able to guess whats going to happen next.
The scriptwriter of this movie has done a fantastic job as its got a great script which does not for once lose the grip and keeps you on your edge.
The story is really interesting at the same time you ought to feel sad as seeing someone falsely implicated can never leave with you a good feeling but the struggle and chase is really great and worth a watch for sure.
Definitely worth a watch.

Sunday, March 6, 2011

A Passage To India - A Masterpiece from the Master himself - David Lean

Based on the novel of the same name by E.M.Forster.Coming from the maker of 'Dr.Zhivago','Lawrence Of Arabia' this surely is no lesser than a masterpiece of sorts.
Had heard about this movie quite a bit and have been wanting to see this movie for a really long time now and I am really glad I saw the same today for everything there is a time I guess :)
This is a beautiful movie with a heart wrenching storyline and India has been shot beautifully specially the essence of the Raj Days has been depicted extremely well and very very authentic at that.
Its about self discovery and India is known as the destination for that well the tries to portray that for sure but not sure realistically how far that holds true but I am sure it does for many thus the story I guess.
The film explores the themes of repression, illusion, racism, tolerance, forgiveness, self-discovery and justice all piled up into an unforgettable symbolically and visually breathtaking masterpiece.
Performance wise I would every artist here has done a commendable job


I strong recommend this film to all you movie watchers out there,this one is an absolute masterpiece from the Master himself and an absolute must watch.

The Way Back -A fantastic escape story to freedom

This is a beautiful story during the dawn of WWII when several men escape from a Russian gulag. The film details their perilous & uncertain journey to freedom, as they cross deserts, mountains, & nations and last but not the least several obstacles but not once even the biggest of obstacle could deter them from their conviction and that I must say what conviction is all about.

The cast of this movie is very interesting right from Ed Harris to Collin Farrell to Jim Sturgess to Saoise Ronan must say everyone fitted their role to the tee and did great justification.

The make up artists(Edouard F. Henriques, Greg Funk, Yolanda Toussieng )of this movie deserves a special mention for the fantastic work that they very shocking and surprising that they lost it to 'The Wolfman' at the Oscars this year.

This movie is beautifully shot and the content of the story keeps you completely engrossed for those two hour 10 minutes.

The movie is both thought provoking and inspiring at the same time.Worth a watch for sure.

I will never ever complain when I have to walk ever again...

Heidi - One of the most beautiful and touching movies I have witnessed in my life...

Based on the book by Johanna Spyri this movie is one of the best adaptation of book I should say.I had loved the book when I had read the same many years back and let me tell you watching the movie gave me immense joy it was like witnessing the beautiful unfolding page after page and each page giving nothing but sheer joy.

Heidi is a beautiful movie about a little girl and the beautiful relationship she develops with her grandfather and the changes she brings in his life yes there are bad people too like a horrible aunt who does not think twice in deceiving the little child and selling her to a wealthy family but Good always does win ..perseverance and patience does pay off ultimately.

This one is classing which you just ought to watch and the DVDs are available :)

Hall Pass - Hilarious it is yes but you can give it a pass and maybe watch it in DVD

Comedy should be such where laughter should come naturally but not force you to laugh this kind of falls in the later category and half way I was thinking maybe I should have for the DVD to release for this one.

Coming from the makers of 'There's something about Mary' this kind of disappoints you in terms of comedy.

Agree Comedies/Romantic Comedies are predictable most of the time but it is the treatment given which becomes differentiators and makes them worth a watch.

More than humor it goes over the top and way too raunchy rather tries too hard and thats where the problem lies it just does not let you enjoy the characters somewhere down the line you start feeling why exactly this movie was made I for one felt for sure..

Anyways wait for the DVD of this one...

Thursday, March 3, 2011

Stowaway - Shirley Temple's Sheer Classic

Wow what a cute movie sheer magic I should say of innocence,beautiful story and really heartwarming.
And now I have decided to watch all the Shirley Temple movies when she was a child star like Heidi,Baby Take A Bow and I can go on and on :)
The whole story about a Casanova changing his heart and way of life because of a sweet little girl is just so sweet and innocent that you completely fall in love with it and wish there such people today as well :)
Lovely movie watch this one if you can get hold of the DVD of the same :)

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Morning Glory - This one is a refreshing sweet and real fun kinda movie which will leave you happy and smiling :)

This is a real nice fun movie about a workaholic television show producer, Becky(Rachel Mc Adams), who lands the job of organizing "the worst morning show ever" and yes you guessed it right the whole story is about the wonderful turnaround she brings about and managing the world's worst show is not a joke for sure :)

I would not call this one a romantic comedy but a fun story and a really enjoyable one at that.

Loved Rachel McAdam's character she is a girl who realizes her dream of being a television producer and by pulling everyone together against the odds, creates a family in the process and the whole process is a complete joyride you will witness,Her spunky optimism and always-on attitude is what drives the movie forward and gives it a heart as well.

And Harrison Ford's character though being a snob but surely leaves you in splits with his idiosyncrasy.

Diane Keaton is quite likable too so is Patrick Wilson and Jeff Goldblum.

All in all a complete fun movie you will enjoy from start to end.Recommended for sure for that fun night at the movies :)