Triangle (2009)

Triangle (2009)

Genre:  Psychological | Thriller

Starring:   Melissa George, Liam Hemsworth, Rachael Carpani

Directed by: Christopher Smith

Rated: US: R, UK: 15

Running Time: 99 minutes 

Movie Review:
Have you ever wished to see a film that boggles your mind and mess it up even after getting over with it? Triangle is one of those psychological thriller that plays with your mind, twists and turns your brain from the when-climax-starts to till-the-end. And even after it gets finished, it does not finishes terrifying your brain. The plot so intriguing and so unpredictable that you would not want to miss a single shot and may not be able to guess a single time what it has in the next scene. Only when it ends, you would know that the film has ended, but maybe your brain won't agree to it.

Written and directed by Christopher Smith, Triangle is a story of Jess (Melissa George) who lives with his autistic son and is invited for a sail on a yacht by friends. Soon they struggle for life as the yacht hits a storm which destroys the yacht. The only hope of survival is a ship sailing in the lonely sea. When they board the ship, to their surprise, the ship is deserted. But Jess is terrified, only to know that she has the feeling that she knows the ship, that she had been there, that its a deja vu' for her. Soon Jess realize that they are not alone, someone is there who is trying to kill them, Jess would do anything to get back to her son and only she can stop this terror but sooner or later she is going to realize the facts that are going to twist her life. This film does not only twist her mind, it plays with your mind simultaneously. It keeps you intrigued until it ends and when it ends, you realize that this film is still going on in your mind. Maybe even for days. Consider it as a warning! lol

My Verdict: Triangle is one of the best made psychological thrillers lately. It is one intelligent film that has a potential to keep your mind alive over what you saw and can keep your brain out of sync even after it ends. This film twisted my mind for three days when I first saw it. It is not easy to get over it once you find yourself involved in the film. Christopher Smith has written a plot so twisting that even if you try to find some goofs in it, you will think to do that the next time, because this time, you just want to see the twist and turns it has to keep you engaged. Triangle is not for people who are looking for a plain entertainment, if you have a heart for psychological thrillers then only go for this film. And if you don't know that you like psychological thrillers or not, then go for it as an experiment, maybe you will like it, but only if thrillers are your cup of tea. And if you interested to drink from this cup - Rent it right away!.

P.S.: Do not watch the trailer if you do not like the spoiler, watch the movie instead right away!

Oh! wait something is coming... What is it? A spoiler?? O Yea! 'This film is not for people who likes to find logic in everything - Even Transformers has no logic... Keep that in mind ;)'

Why See?: Twisting plot, intriguing story line

Why Not?: Only if bloodshed and psychological thrillers are not your type of films.

Rating: 7.5/10

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Changeling (2008)

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Changeling (2008)

Genre:  Drama | History | Mystery | Thriller

Starring:  Angelina Jolie, Jeffrey Donovan, John Malkovich, Jason Butler Harner, Colm Feore

Directed by: Clint Eastwood

Rated: US: R, UK: 15

Running Time: 141 minutes 

Movie Review:
Some stories come and go and some some stays with you forever, Changeling is one of those stories. The agonizing pain of a mother who can go to any extent to find her own son and to fight for the truth that the child the police found did not belong to her when the police itself is trying to prove that the child is hers and that she is delusional. And what makes it more heart touching is - it is based on a true story.

The power packed performance by Angelina Jolie and beautifully crafted by Clint Eastwood himself, Changeling is a story of love, grief, belief, faith, hope, strength and what not. When you start believing that it is in fact a true story, you automatically find yourself connected to it. It feels like Clint Eastwood has put his heart and soul to create this heart touching film, even, to my surprise, the background score is done by Eastwood himself who, along with Ron Howard, Brian Grazer and Robert Lorenz, is also a producer of the film. J. Michael Straczynski, the writer of Changeling has done some deep research, according to him - he drew 95% of the script from around 6,000 pages of documentation and it took him years to research the historical records. And his hard work has been paid of really well as the script is really a strong part of this film.

Changeling is based on real life incident connected to "Wineville Chicken Coop Murders" in 1928 where, about 20 children were slain by a barbaric psycopath killer Gordon Stewart Northcott. A mother in Los Angeles, comes home one day and finds her boy missing. She files missing report and after few months she is informed by the LAPD that the boy has been found. On the day of reunion she realizes that the boy they found is not her child but is an imposter. She tries to prove that the boy is not hers to city officials who surprisingly turns their back and prove that she is delusional. But her fight does not stop here and does she moves heaven & earth to prove herself right or is she really delusional and what it has to do with  Wineville Chicken Coop Murders makes the story so interesting that you would not want to leave your couch until you know what is going to happen next.

Changeling probes womanhood, motherhood, corruption, trauma, and much more. Angelina Jolie's emotional appearance is heart melting, cast ensemble is good and the story is strong. All in all it is a film that will impact your mind and will make you ponder over it.

My Verdict: Changeling teaches a lesson - 'You never start a fight, but you always finish it.' No, no, do not learn that lesson from the film...lol. It actually teaches that no matter what, if you believe that what you believe is the real truth, than no matter, if the whole world is against you, you fight for it and prove that you are right. The emotional outcome of Changeling and powerful performance by Angelina Jolie makes this movie a must to see. And when you know that this is a true story, it will come to you as a surprise that 1928 was a turmoil for Los Angeles. The only drawback of this film is its slow pace - as a Clint Eastwood directed movie use to be. Maybe it is because Eastwood did not want to miss the emotional thread this movie carries. But Changeling is for me, one of the finest movie of 2008. Its a Keeper.

Why See?: True story, strong plot, well acted, surprising elements.

Why Not?: Nothing particular but it has a slow pace.

Rating: 8/10

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The Last Stand (2013)

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The Last Stand (2013)

Genre: Action | Crime | Thriller

Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Forest Whitaker, Johnny Knoxville, Rodrigo Santoro, Luis Guzmán, Jaimie Alexander, Eduardo Noriega, Peter Stormare, Zach Gilford, Génesis Rodríguez

Directed by: Kim Ji-woon

Rated: US: R, UK: 15, India: A

Movie Review:
Arny is back after 10 years in a lead role and that too with a Bang! Though he is not the same as he was in Terminator 3 and has grown old. But his passion for action is nonetheless same.

The Last Stand is especially for Arnold Schwarzenegger fans who have been waiting for his comeback since a decade, who even watched The Expandables, just to have a glimpse of him and well Kim Ji-woon is not going to disappoint any of the Arny's fan and that is for sure.

Set in a sleepy border town Sommerton Junction - Arizona, of which, Ray Owens (Arnold Schwarzenegger) is the Sheriff. Soon he comes to know that the leader of a drug cartel has been on a run and going to speed out to the Mexican Border via his town in a sports car faster than any chopper. Now he knows that the only thing that can stop him from crossing the border is he and his rookie staff. How will he do that? The answer is: he has his own means (he always has). But will he be able to? The answer is in the film itself.

The Last Stand is a fast paced action film with some good one liners and has been comic at places, but all in all it is an average action flick with nothing fresh except Arnold who still has his charm and will be loved by his admirers. Moreover this is a genuine welcome to Arnold Schwarzenegger and is fine film for him to have a start all over again. 'Welcome back Arnold, you did a fine job here' - That's all what I have to say.
 
My Verdict: This is not a film for the film lovers who wants something extraordinary and has urge to watch something different or maybe a film crafted for oscar. But if you are an Arnold Schwarzenegger fan and you want to see some decent action film with no nonsense, this film will meet your expectations (just try not to keep them much high). This film has some good action scenes and the pace of the film keeps you engaged. Beside that, it has nothing special to see, oh! wait! it has something special to see and that will be Arny himself.

Why See?: Arnold Schwarzenegger, fast pace, good action

Why Not?: Nothing extraordinary

Rating: 6/10

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Jack Reacher (2012)

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Jack Reacher (2012)

Genre: Action | Crime | Thriller

Starring: Tom Cruise, Rosamund Pike, Richard Jenkins, Werner Herzog, David Oyelowo, Robert Duvall

Directed by: Christopher McQuarrie

Rated: US: PG-13, UK: 12A

Movie Review:
Adapted from Lee Child's 2005 novel 'One Shot', Jack Reacher aka Tom Cruise is a homicide investigator, an ex military, and a super intelligent analyst, who is investigating a murder mystery where 5 people are randomly killed by a trained military sniper. But someone don't want him in the city, neither he wants him to investigate. How will he investigate the case when his own life is in danger?

Literally speaking, this film is watchable because of Tom Cruise who has done a good job as Jack Reacher. The story line is impressive but not well executed. That-bond-girl from 'Die Another Day' aka Rosamund Pike is fabulous. Alas! they don't even kiss (Oh! Spoiler! never mind, it was something worth to know, I so wanted them to, and she so wanted him to.. But Reacher.. how gay of him.. he can analyze every aspect.. but cannot read her mind.. weird.)

From the direction point of view, this movie lacks in many aspects. Except Cruise and Pike, none of the ensemble seemed to be serious about their character. Especially David Oyelowo and Werner Herzog. I did not like David in any scene (wrong expressions to blame). Plus action scenes are not well contained, Jack Reacher lacks in some good action, even car chase was very simplified (not-so-Tom-Cruise eh!)

Maybe Christopher McQuarries should try harder as a director. He is a good screenplay writer and no one doubts that. But Jack Reacher is not that impressive, and if it wasn't for Tom Cruise, I am pretty sure that this film would have gone way down than its position. But this film is not-so-Tom-Cruise in which any good actor would have done a good job.

 Nevertheless, its a smart thriller, and if your genre is a murder mystery and your hero is Tom Cruise, you can give it a go. It has a good script and a good entertainer. So if you have nothing to do on this weekend, or any other weekend that follows, you can Rent this film, and watch it.
 
My Verdict: Despite of not well executed plot, Jack Reacher aka Tom Cruise, did a fine job to keep us entertained if not intrigued. Tom and Rosamund are the only fine actors in this film as other did not seemed so well contained. It is a classic thriller and differs from modern day thrillers. So if you would like to visit 80s thrilling films with modern touch this movie is for you. All in all Jack Reacher is a weekend entertainer and Rental of course.

Why See?: Good plot, well acted by Tom Cruise and Rosamund Pike.

Why Not?: Nothing impressive, other actors acting deficiency.

Rating: 6.5/10

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Argo (2012)

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Argo (2012)

Genre: Drama | History | Thriller

Starring: Ben Affleck, Bryan Cranston, Alan Arkin, John Goodman

Directed by: Ben Affleck

Rated: US: R, UK: 15, India: A

Movie Review:
Boy! Has not this film created ripples all over the world not only for being among the best directed films of 2012, but also for its historical inaccuracies. Argo is one spine chilling, fascinating film that will make you to stick-on-your-couch-with-the-tub-of-popcorn until it gets over. You can guess what may happen in the next scene, you know that practically it's not possible what has been shown, but then, you also want to see that is it going to happen like you guessed? Or is it the other way round? It has the potential to make you involve with the plot so much that you may start feeling that you are a part of this movie, and with each sequence your heart may pound and blood can gush. But from the start to the end you have to keep one thing in mind, and I quote it - "Do not get your history corrected from this film." Because this film, though worth watching in every expect, is not completely true to what actually happened, though base story is correct.

Argo, dramatized adaptation from The Master of Disguise by Antonio J. Mendez (ex. CIA)  & The Great Escape, the article by Joshuah Bearman, portrays a true incident of 1979 Iran hostage crisis, in which Mendez himself led the rescue of six U.S. diplomats from Tehran, Iran. Ben Affleck has been splendid as Mendez, and his directing skills, which has been impressive in his previous films too, will surely give him a seat among the best directors hollywood has with this drama thriller.Though historically discrepant, this film promises a strong impact on your mind about the situation that was being faced by the hostages during that period.

Argo is astonishingly funny, with some brilliant dialogues that will be quoted year after years. This film won't let you down in any aspect which it promises, unless you don't like histories getting manipulated for the benefit of the film. The movie does not lose its focus for a single second. But sometimes, you can easily guess that the film is unnecessarily trying to create intense which could have been avoided. This is the only point where it lets you down.


My Verdict: Argo is a well crafted, finely acted film whose intriguing plot makes it entertaining from the beginning till the end. And when you know that its a true story, the fun and excitement doubles. I was spellbound with tense, heart pounded when the van with U.S. diplomats was in between the Iranian Procession on the street who were outrageously banging the van and shouting. Gosh! So scary! And many more scenes that will make you glare the screen without a blink.  The only drawback is, sometimes, it looks like, that the intensifying scenes has been intentionally added and were redundant, maybe they were added just to enhance the length of the film.

Why See?: Well plotted, well acted, well narrated and well portrayed film and when it ends, you will feel like a winner and that's guaranteed!

Why Not?: Historically discrepant and few intensifying scenes which looks superfluous. 

Rating: 7/10

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Limitless (2011)

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Limitless (2011)

Genre: Mystery | Sci-Fi | Thriller

Starring: Bradley Cooper, Abbie Cornish, Robert De Niro

Directed by: Neil Burger

Rated: US: PG-13, UK: 15

Movie Review:
What will you do if you find a pill that can make you super brainy? How much can you think to go beyond your limit and be limitless? But wait... what if it is super deadly at the same time? Sounds intriguing? Well this film promises you more than that.

Limitless is an intelligent film based on 2011 techno-thriller novel 'The Dark Fields' by Alan Glynn and probably is one of the best sci-fi thriller of the year 2011. The whole credit goes to Bradley Cooper for making it captivating till the end. The story narration style of the film is astounding and cinematography is impressive. I must say that Neil Burger has done a good job here.

The film has enjoyable humors and impressive storyline. The plot is intelligent and dialogues are well placed. The film, though entertaining, has more potential to be, than what it is. The execution is a bit slipshod but when this movie ends, you won't be having any complain regarding that.

All in all, though this movie has a far fetched concept, but, is brilliant in many aspects and is entertaining and thoughtful.

My Recommendation: Bradley Cooper, sci-fi, thriller, if any of them clicks your mind, well this film is for you then. Its an intelligent film which would be liked by people of any genre.

Why Should I See?: Intelligent plot, good acting, impressive cinematography

Why Should I Not?: sloppy execution at times.

Rating: 7.5/10

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Apocalypto (2006)

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Apocalypto (2006)

Genre: Epic/Action/Adventure/Thriller

Starring: Rudy Youngblood, Raoul Trujillo, Mayra Sérbulo, Dalia Hernández, Ian Uriel, Gerardo Taracena, Rodolfo Palacios, Bernardo Ruiz Juarez, Ammel Rodrigo Mendoza, Ricardo Diaz Mendoza, Israel Contreras

Directed by: Mel Gibson

Rated: US: R, UK: 18

Movie Review:

Mel Gibson is one brilliant director who has always left me mesmerized by his charismatic direction. Braveheart, The Passion of the Christ and now Apocalypto. I am not a profound fan of him, but the way he daringly takes concepts for direction has always acquired my attention.

Apocalypto, an Epic produced and written by Mel Gibson himself, depicts the struggle and fight of a man to return and save his family. And it is not a normal fight, he has to fight with the one of the most intelligent yet ferocious civilizations of time - The Mayans. Yes, they fooled us that world was gonna end, but this time they are serious.. :P. We may have survived the apocalypse but will this meso-american survive the Apocalypto? If yes, than how?

Apocalypto is a well crafted film which is ruthlessly bloody and highly intriguing  from start to end. This surely is not for faint heart people who do not enjoy gore much. But nevertheless, Apocalypto is a masterpiece of film that will be remembered as a 'cult' in the history of cinema. If you can bear the savage rampage this movie has, then do not miss it, because this film is more than violence, this film has every emotion you can think of. Its a keeper's edition that will entertain you always.

At few times, I almost forgot that I was watching a film, got so involved that it looked to me like I am seeing a real life story going on live in front of me. I did not find a single point which looked to me fake. The whole film being in Yucatec Maya dialect rather than English has made it more realistic and natural (hard coded English subs are available). The Vfx is amazing and the plot is heart throbbing.

Mel Gibson must have been called insane to direct such gory yet enthralling film but he must be highly appreciated, for all that movie is worth watching for, comes from the mind of Gibson himself. It will be in my library among the best movies I have seen and would love to see it again and again.


My Recommendation: If you can, for once, let go off your aversion for violent films (if you have any). Do watch this one, this film promises more than that, its a film that will clearly imprint a mark and will make you proud that you saw it. And if you are okay with violence in films, well don't miss this one.

Why Should I See?: Adrenaline rushing sequences, highly intriguing plot, brilliantly acted.

Why Should I Not?: Only if you cannot withstand violence at extent level.

Rating: 9/10

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Bad Boys II (2003)

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Bad Boys II (2003)

Genre: Action/Comedy/Crime/Thriller

Starring: Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, Jordi Mollà, Gabrielle Union, Peter Stormare

Directed by: Michael Bay

Rated: US: R, UK: 15

Movie Review:
What happens when one of my favorite director works with one of my favorite producer to make a comedy-action with one of my favorite comic actor? When the trio Bay, Bruckheimer and Smith meets, a super comic, super action, super entertainer film happens and they name it 'Bad Boys II'.

I did not like Bad Boys (1995) much, which forced me to have this feeling that the sequel is not going to be better. But well we all know that 'Terminator 2: Judgment Day' was better than 'The Terminator', in fact it was one of the best action movies I saw that time . Which means sequel not being better than the original does not happen always, right? Hence I decided to give it a try and well, soon I knew that this movie is going to be in my 'Must to Watch Action Films' list.

Bad Boys II has everything an action comedy movie must be filled with. Stylish actions, hilarious comedy and two brilliant actors Lawrence & Smith dealing with both. Though the movie has lot of racist jokes which may offend some people, but hey, those dialogues have been flawlessly delivered  by Lawrence & Smith which has made it highly enjoyable than to be felt offended with.

Michael Bay has always surprised me with his stylish action sequences and this movie has not been deprived of it a bit. Bad Boys II is a non-stop action entertainer that has nail biting action sequences that just goes on and on. And well due to the dialogues and action, the plot did not even mattered to me.

All in all, this is a good movie that any action - comedy lover will hardly give a miss.

My Recommendation: If you are an action - buddy comedy fan, and you don't care about how the racist jokes could do you any harm. Well, watch it!

Why Should I See?: Brilliant Action Sequences, Hilarious Comedy

Why Should I Not?: Racist Jokes, Involve Drugs

Rating: 7.5/10

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Gone Baby Gone (2007)

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Gone Baby Gone (2007)

Genre: Crime/Drama/Mystery/Thriller

Starring: Casey Affleck, Michelle Monaghan, Morgan Freeman, Ed Harris, Amy Ryan, John Ashton

Directed by: Ben Affleck

Rated: US: R, UK: 15

Movie Review:
Based on the novel by Dennis Lehane, Gone Baby Gone is the feature length directorial debut for Ben Affleck. But in the entire movie, I did not find any aspect that showed that this has been directed by a novice director. Instead, hats off to Affleck that he directed one fine movie which, in turn, shows his bright future in the movie direction. 

Gone Baby Gone has some very fine actors like Morgan Freeman and Ed Harris. Harris has been brilliant in all of the movie. Ben's brother Affleck need to learn to act more subtly because he seemed just okay. Beautiful Michelle Monaghan has done a pretty nice job.


It's a mystery thriller about a girl who has been abducted by someone (I won't tell you who - no spoilers, remember (;  ) and a private detective Casey Affleck is investigating the case with Michelle Monhaghan as his 'better half' and two policemen Ed Harris And John Ashton. All Casey cares about is finding the girl and get her safely to her mother but when he digs deep down, he comes to know some truths that were better hidden and some lies that are sweeter than the truth. But what will Casey do after knowing the truth is the biggest question.

The strongest part of this movie is its brilliant plot that will keep you intrigued (of course only if you have not read the novel, as I haven't). And when you will know what it has in the end, it will leave you questioning about what you saw. It will make you think what was right and what was wrong and that what has been done was the thing that should be done. Confused? Curious? Well watch this movie and you will know what I am talking about (and no this ain't a psychological thriller lol).

My Recommendation: Watch it for Ben Affleck whose hard work in direction has made the movie worth a watch.

Why Should I See?: Brilliant plot, some fine acting.

Why Should I Not?: Nothing specific, a bit slow but that too is manageable.

Rating: 7/10

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Serbuan Maut aka The Raid Redemption (2011)

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Serbuan Maut aka The Raid Redemption (2011)

Genre: Action/Crime/Thriller

Starring: Iko Uwais, Joe Taslim, Donny Alamsyah

Directed by: Gareth Evans

Rated: US: R, UK: 18

Review:

OK, first of all, they all were not elite cops, most of them were 'rookies'. But The Raid Redemption has some really nice ass kicking hard core martial art scenes that need some serious appreciation. Don't watch it for plot, don't watch it for story, don't watch it for dialogues. But WATCH IT for its intense martial art actions and gun fights. Because when the action starts, it just won't stop.

The Raid Redemption, however lacks in plot which is very plain and hopeless. There has been many martial art films made with a good plot and scenes. Plot is the only place where it falls behind.


My Recommendation: Are you a martial art action fan no matter what? Rent the DVD today, because this film is a kick-ass for martial art lovers.

Why Should I See?: Intense action scenes
Why Should I Not?: Weak Plot

Rating: 7/10

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À L'intérieur aka Inside (2007)

À L'intérieur aka Inside (2007)

Genre: Horror/Thriller

Starring: Alysson Paradis, Béatrice Dalle

Directed by:Julien Maury and Alexandre Bustillo

Rated: USA: R, UK: 18

Many of you will find this movie as the sickest movie you have ever seen. Inside is one strong bloody violent movie that has the tendency to haunt you over and over. This movie is strictly a no for weak heart. Only watch this if you have guts to see blood and violence beyond your limit.  This is the sickest entertainer I have ever seen.

You may hate yourself to watch this movie but Inside is worth to see for movie lovers who are fine with blood, gore and violence to an unimaginable extent. Mark my words - SAW and Hostel are just kids in front of this Horror flick. There are scenes that will certainly make you to either turn the movie off or close your eyes, and if you can see this movie in one go I must highly appreciate your guts to watch a bloody entertainer like this one.

Inside is some of those movies that remains with you even after its over, but not in a pleasant way... ;). But one thing is guaranteed, weather you like it or not you will always remember this movie.

My recommendation: Watch it at your own risk but the directors have done a marvelous job, after all, what is the use of horror movie if it doesn't haunt you?

Why Should I See?: Plot
Why Should I Not?: None unless you don't have capacity to see blood, gore and violent movies at a great extent.  

Rating: 7/10

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3G (2013)

3G (2013)

Genre: Horror/Thriller

Starring: Neil Nitin Mukesh, Sonal Chauhan

Directed by: Sheershak Anand, Shantanu Ray Chhibber

Rated: India : A

One word for this Not So 3G Movie is - Hopeless. Still if you want some cheap thrills, I recommend you to wait and buy the DVD as the movie did not seem to have anything that looks promising.

3G is a movie that has a story with no vision, it has a plot that takes movie nowhere and the shots have not been managed properly. The only plus point is the sound effect. Rest this movie is not worth the risk.

But if you like Sonal Chauhan and / or Neil Nitin Mukesh, then you can go for their sake, else I won't recommend to risk a single penny on this movie.

Why Should I See?: Afx (Sound Effects)
Why Should I Not?: Numerous reasons.
 
Rating: 3/10

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Inception (2010)

Inception (2010)

Genre: Psychological/ Thriller/Sci-fi/Action

Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Ken Watanabe, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Marion Cotillard, Ellen Page, Tom Hardy, Cillian Murphy, Tom Berenger, Michael Caine

Directed by: Christopher Nolan

Rated: USA: PG 13, UK: 12A, India: U/A 

What happens when an acclaimed director Christopher Nolan decides to make a movie with one of the finest actor DiCaprio? Together they yield a mind boggling, super clever, finest sci-fi movie and they name it Inception. Inception is a unique idea that only a director like Nolan could have thought. It took him a while to polish this idea and nurture it to make a movie. But when he did, he made the finest movie of the year.




Over the top CGI, intellectual plot, femme fatale, action, romance and what not! This movie has every ingredients needed to make a blockbuster. Inception is a well made sci-fi thriller that keeps the story in layers that you cannot guess unless it is revealed. But if you do, you surely are way smarter.


My suggestion: Do Not Miss On This One, unless you like a melodramatic movie where you need not use your mind much. Because this movie will eat your brain inside out. Lol just kidding. 

Why Should I See?: Cleverl Plot, Over the top CGI & Vfx , Cinematography
Why Should I Not?: None
 
Rating: 9/10

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Exam (2009)

Exam (2009)

Genre: Psychological/Thriller

Starring: Colin Salmon, Jimi Mistry, Luke Mably, Nathalie Cox, Gemma Chan

Directed by: Stuart Hazeldine

Rated: UK:15 

Who says that to make a good movie, a good budget is needed? Exam is an intelligent, sharp, quick witted low budget movie with a brilliant plot and a mind boggling ending. Watch this and you won't regret a single second used in finishing this one. It keeps you engaged from start till end. If you are a psychological thriller fan, this movie is for you. 'Cult' is the word written all over it.
 

Pros: Dialogues, Clever Plot
Cons: A bit slow at times but bearable.

Rating: 8/10

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Special 26 (2013)

Special 26 (2013)

Genre: Heist/Drama/Thriller

Starring: Akshay Kumar, Anupam Kher, Manoj Bajpai, Jimmy Shergil

Directed by: Neeraj Pandey

Fake raids, corrupt businessmen and politicians - India has seen some of the cases in its past that does not need an introduction. But carving it into a movie between fake and real and making it a story worth to see is a challenge. And Neeraj Pandey knows how to do it. It is very rare in Indian Cinema that a heist movie of this quality is made. Most of them goes down in the list as the worst movie of the year. But this film, this film has a promising future as it has got a strong plot, brilliant star-cast and most importantly memorable dialogues.

Seems like The Gangs of Wasseypur has started a cult (as expected) of developing stories based on true incidence.  But Neeraj Pandey is not an unknown name for movie lovers after his fast pacing brilliantly made movie - A Wednesday.

Finally a no nonsense movie from Akshay Kumar which has a chair gripping plot and a twisted (yet a bit expected) ending.  This movie is worth to see in every expect except for its not required and unromantic romance. But all in all, it won't let you down. After a long time a clever movie is made in Indian Cinema and it may go to the one of the finest movie of this year. 



Pros: Dialogues, Clever Plot
Cons: unwanted songs, slow at times.

Rating: 7/10

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The Dark Knight Rises (2012)

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The Dark Knight Rises (2012)

Genre: Superhero/Crime/Action/Thriller

Starring: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Gary Oldman, Anne Hathaway, Marion Cotillard, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Morgan Freeman

Directed by: Christopher Nolan

You cannot expect any lesser from Christopher Nolan (Director). The Batman series trilogy has finally come to an end and this movie is the best farewell the Batman can get. The film has excellent direction, heart-pounding sfx and full of twist and turns. One will see the darker side of batman - his anger, his obsession, his passion that has been with him since 8 years (after the death of Harvy Dent) but never used it. Unlike the predecessor – The Dark Knight, it’s not about gadgets this time, but is about the physical and mental strength that Bruce Wayne possesses when he is Batman. This time he realizes the true power he has.

Bane is not as strong as the Joker, but his plans are vicious and more dangerous than Joker. The ravishing Anne Hathway aka Selina Kyle aka Catwoman has justified the role very well.

If you haven’t seen the other two parts, I will strongly recommend watching them first. Especially the first part i.e., Batman Begins, because if you don’t, you will keep on thinking that who is the mentor of Batman. 

Among the best part of the movie, is its excellent background score by the great Hans Zimmer. I believe that the Oscar is waiting for him already. The music itself intensifies the suspense/action scenes to a great extent.

The movie goes in slow pace once a while and at some places there are plot holes which doesn't makes sense (and you cannot expect such mistakes from Nolan Bros.) but the last 45 minutes of the movie is high packed action and thrill. It cover up all the complains that you may have in the previous 2 hours. And these 45 hours make the movie worthwhile.

The Dark Knight Rises can be considered among the best action movie of 2012 right beside The Avengers. With the reboot of Superman in 2013 as Man of Steel (by Zack Snyder), it seems like DC & Warner Bros. are planning for Justice League soon, and we wish the director to be none other than Nolan.

Rating: 8/10

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