Genre: Drama, Romance
Director: Anurag Basu
Old wine in a new bottle...is it? To some extent Yes! But I liked the new bottle.
Well, its got some very filmy thrills with steroetypical car chases, backgrounds of the protagonists & dialogues. But it stands out in the way its been handled, which is quite refreshing. Here's what I liked in the movie:
1. The way the makers have handled the communication of feelings between the two main characters, inspite of the language barrier.
2. The protagonists are not the do-all-good kind of characters like our typical bollywood love stories, they show their grey side.
3. Hrithik & Barbara's acting will surely be enough to get loads of brownie points for this movie. Not to forget their sizzling on-screen chemistry. Hrithik, is probably the only actor in the industry right now who could have pulled off J's character. And he has done it with aplomb. Barbara is not only good on the eyes, she can also actually ACT, which is a far cry for our current crop of eye candies.
4.The slick camera work.
5. The song "Fire" gives something to ponder on to those who had any doubts about who the best dancer in the industry is. The song itself is enough paisa vasool for all the die-hard Hrithik fans.
6. While watching the movie, I never had the feeling that I was watching a bollywood love story. It's got the goods to appeal to the worldwide audience. Although it was also over-the-top in some scenes which wouldn't go well with some audiences.
I however, did not quite like the ending. Thats probably because I am used to masala love stories having a fairy tale ending. But that is not what happens in real life all the time, is it?
The movie certainly is not without its flaws. The supporting cast could've done a better job & it does have its stereotypes. But saying that "Kites" is the best movie of the year so far, would not be an understatement. Cheers to the makers for going ahead with this brave venture. It does augur well for the future of Indian cinema at the world stage. Time for the Chopras & Johars to stand up & be counted. I would certainly want to watch the international cut of this movie. For those who haven't watched it yet, just go without any expectations & enjoy the flight !!
4 comments:
After reading ur review wud want to watch the movie now
Liked the way, you have described both sides of the coin. The movie seems interesting; well, surely I would love to watch it once.
@Archana, @Anjan : Thnx...hope u will like it :)
The movie was good
I liked it.. but not like it was expected..like you want to see it again and again type..
I liked the editing.. kept me guessing all through as to how Hrithik landed up in the train..
nice work but for some reason didnt strike chords in the box office..
Enjoyable watch nonetheless..
I did not feel sleepy at any point(As most people keep claiming ):P
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