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Tenet (2020)
Painful to watch, but top marks for novelty
I couldn't understand 25% of what was being said and not many will because of how the actors were talking with lots of background action/music distraction. Had serious problems keeping up with what was going on, and trust me I tried! There are moments of cinematic brilliance with the way some scenes are elaborately shot, and there are a few of them, joyful to watch. But from an overall viewing experience, i can't recommend this film unless u have the patience to watch it 2-3 times and then reflect on it from another perspective.
Searching (2018)
A great film depicting the digital age of today.
I started watching this film at 1 am at night, always an interesting time to see whether a film will make one fall asleep or not. This one kept me wide awake! Not only was it a great suspense film, it also hit the mark for great execution and explored parent-child relationship, prominence of social media and dual lives that people are living today.
The beauty of the film was that it made no direct statement about the digital age we are in, I found it to be very well balanced. The good and the bad side of modern social media platforms are left for the viewers to decide.
Overall, I'd say it's one of the best films I've seen in the past 2-3 years. Highly recommended!!
Glass (2019)
Decent
Is Glass a bad film to have been trashed by critics? No.
Is Glass a master-piece? No.
How does Glass compare to other superhero films? Much Better.
Kudos to the director for stitching two completely different movies into a 3 part series. I cannot recollect when last this has been achieved. To bring back not only the main but also side characters from Unbreakable and Split is praiseworthy.
There is also a lot to like about this film. From McAvoy's incredible performance, to a great background score, and an engaging screenplay. Yes, things go bizarre at the end and move at a rapid pace with events unfolding too quickly, but that should be expected if one has watched previous Shyamalan films. I personally liked the end, but would say it was overwhelming and suited to the scriptwriter's convenience. For this reason, I would not deem it to be a classic, but an enjoyable experience nonetheless.
Sultan (2016)
Sultan is in good form
Salman Khan has been on a dream run since 2010 with only one film, Jai Ho, missing the bulls-eye (it was still one of the top grossers of 2014). Each year, his Eid release only gets bigger and 2016 is no different with Sultan.
Summing up the story of Sultan in one sentence, Sultan is a journey of a man who goes through life's ups and downs to overcome the fight that lies within. This was prominently showcased in the pre-release promotions so the audience knew what to expect. The treatment of the film was always going to be the key. Salman films tend to rely heavily on his screen presence and often, other elements of good cinema are overlooked (such as story-line, screenplay, editing to name a few). Fortunately, Sultan is very well made.
The film is well balanced with strong emotions, action and drama. Whilst the first half has light comic moments and an enjoyable romantic track, the second half brings out the soul of the film along with lots of emotions and action. At 2 hrs 50 mins, the film is slightly long but this is not a major concern. The film has some great songs (Baby Ko Bass, Sultan song and Jag Ghumiya) but other songs are mediocre. The mediocre songs are interwoven into the script so probably were difficult to get rid of at the editing table. Post the interval, Sultan's plot is quite predictable. However the audience shouldn't mind the drama unfolding and this is where the director has done a fine job. He ensures the audience is kept interested and connected to the movie.
Barring a couple of songs and the long duration, there are a few other small flaws with the story. Salman's journey from a villager to an international wrestler is rushed and some may find this difficult to digest. Also, the final fight is very predictable but it has been packaged extremely well to make it enjoyable.
The performances are top notch, moreover all the characters are relatable. The lead actors Salman and Anushka both excel in their roles and are perfectly cast. Cinematography and action is top notch.
In comparison to Salman's recent films, I found this film to be on par with Bajrangi Bhaijaan, which means business in all likelihood will be similar too. This is a landmark film for him. For Bollywood, it is a typical commercial film with a good dose of entertainment. Worth a watch.
Jaan-E-Mann: Let's Fall in Love... Again (2006)
Quality entertainment
jaan-e-mann is all about class and style.. it lives up to its name as the movie itself is a delight to watch .. for those who appreciate quality stuff, this one's a must.. the unique story-telling idea is not the only plus of the movie.. Salman's amazing get-ups, Akshay's geeky gestures and the wonderful backdrop of New York City are some of the major highlights that enhance the viewer's movie-going experience.. If you are a person who critizes every scene of a film, this one might not please your tastes.. but if you're like me who appreciates and understands creativity.. this one's a must because Shrish Kunder leaves you with a memorable movie to cheer about.. a movie that sets itself apart from anything seen before!