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Operation Romeo (2022)
Engaging, gripping, and keeps you guessing throughout
This movie is one of those which you happen to chance upon a lazy weekend alone at home, don't really have much expectations from, yet it manages to surprise you.
I loved how the director immaculately played about with the dark theme, subtly shifting it as the story progressed. It kept you guessing about the mental state and the psyche of the characters. It sets your heart beating as you question what is going to happen at every turn. I did feel a tad disturbed at places, but perhaps that was intended by the filmmakers.
All the actors did a fantastic job, the enormous pallet of emotions on show here is truly commendable. A word of appreciation for the director and the (I'm guessing limited) crew for this. They did a fantastic job in a very low budget, and the result is a brilliant one time watch.
Definitely recommended to all movie buffs out there.
JL50 (2020)
Abhay Deol stars in a promising premise; that is somewhat dampened by childish mistakes
Despite shattering age old conventions to bring freshness and mystery to our screens, most modern Indian content share a vein with our politicians. They start out on a great premise, get us onboard, and then peter out, leaving us wanting for more. JL50 is no exception.
The basic premise, and way of presenting is all that is interesting about the plot. When the going gets tough, and you expect a clever turn, out comes a ridiculously amateur loophole to guide the story forward. You wonder how they didn't see the naivete behind certain actions carried out by otherwise intelligent characters. You wonder how certain things are possible at all - even considering the fact that this falls in Sci-Fi genre. I get that the funds might have been limited, but there's so much that could have been improved by a more creative team which didn't think so lazily.
Abhay Deol and Pankaj Kapoor stand out, they are the top of their game. I'm usually not this harsh, but Ritika Anand is a terrible actor. I was disappointed when this ended because it could have been a masterpiece. Ended out to be a one-time watch only.
World War Z (2013)
A great premise, somewhat squandered on choosing to be histrionic over smart
I'm a big fan of the apocalyptic genre, and if done right, it can be a welcome mixture of a lot of genres. World War Z is an interesting rendition of a zombie apocalypse that engulfs the whole world. Implausible? Nope. It's meant to be that way. The premise is interesting, the epiphany too is unique in a good way. Brad Pitt is great as usual, and the supporting cast just about got the job done. The suspense and thrill is there and the frames tick along at a rapid pace, leaving little time for reflection.
What I didn't like was the makers going for flashy over smart and sensible. I refrain from giving spoilers which would elucidate my point but there's more than a couple of scenes where you go : "Why would you do that?". Also, for a story like this, character development is very important. It helps the audience develop a sense of attachment with the actors and have a better understanding of what they are going through. Again, overlooked.
However, it's still a great movie, and totally worthy of your 2 hours.
The Italian Job (2003)
A classic heist - without flying cars and guns
The thing with most heist movies is that they overdo it. A lot. The Italian job manages to steer clear of flashy stunts and cars - and sticks to the basics. There's a lot to like about this movie - the slick action moves, the crisp storytelling, and most importantly, the believable stunts.
It's a fun one-time watch that won't be hard on your timetable.
Breaking Bad (2008)
A Masterpiece
No matter how good a show I have come across, there's always this one moment of epiphany, when somehow everything just clicks into place. It is usually fabulous and makes you gaze in awe just as the "directed by .." floats up on your screen. But months later when you recall it, it tends to seem a bit too much - maybe even otherworldly. Breaking Bad circumvents this pit.
Of course, the highlight of this show is character development - all of them take you on a roller-coaster of emotions, which should be relatable to a large number of middle class families. And it is executed to perfection. There's not this one morning that the protagonist wakes up and decides to do something that will take the world around him by storm. So try to be patient, and it will pay dividends.
Great storytelling and direction still require a stellar cast, and boy did they act their selves out. It's hard to single out a name, to mention only Bryan Cranston would be a huge disrespect to all the others.
I'll remember this one for a long time - it's a gem.
The Social Network (2010)
A fast, fun and somewhat dark watch
There's this small lapse when I turn off the player, remain seated on my chair or couch and just reflect on what I experienced. I felt there was some twist, some drama that went missing, that it was too straightforward and easy at times. Then, when I logged on Imdb and started with the review, I realized that there couldn't have been more to it - it was concise, crisp, and perfectly cooked - "golden brown" if you will.
Fincher's portrayal of Zuckerberg is amazing. Do you like this guy for he has done? Do you hate this guy for what he has done? He leaves you vacillating for the entire 2 hours. A word of approval for Jesse who was inch perfect in Zuckerberg's shoes. He brought out the idiosyncrasies of the person to perfection.
Most of you already know some of the plot so no spoilers there, but it'll still make for a very captivating watch on one of those rainy evenings at home. Could this have been done better? I doubt it. Is it a masterpiece? No.
The Imitation Game (2014)
A brilliant and unique film; even if historically incorrect
I have sporadic knowledge about WW2, hence I will be reviewing the movie as a piece of fiction only. A significant part of this movie is about Enigma and the second world war, however the spotlight remains on the life of Alan Turing - and this is what I like best about this movie. It glorifies the idiosyncrasies of a man deemed to be "odd" by society, and ultimately rejects him. The society, though, benefits greatly from those very idiosyncrasies.
The movie is meticulously well shot - taking us back to the war-era. All of the actors were superb, with Benedict towering above everyone else with his very own 'enigma'. Simply put, every little aspect clicked in place.
Totally recommended.
The Interview (2014)
It's a pretty fun one-time watch
Do not go in with sky high expectations, and you'll come out happier. This is a unique concept in the comedy genre and these guys did a good job (...almost). The movie has a lot of fun moments, but logic and common sense take a back seat - especially in the final few minutes, where you beg that those two come out of hiding and take things under control.
The first half is meant to be fun, and it doesn't disappoint. I feel like they wasted the second half with crap dialogues and a string of unlikely events. Rogen and Franco are pretty good, but you'd wish the writers had trimmed out some of the obnoxious bits of Franco's character.
To sum up, it's great for one (and only one) of those Thursday evenings to fuel you up for the weekend.
Extraction (2020)
Brilliant action sequences meet a plot that is essentially the 2-line outline
Extraction makes a strong start and about half of the movie flies past before you get a breather. The action sequences have been shot to perfection, taking care to not overdo them. There's this one 11-minute long sequence which was filmed in one shot - it was really praiseworthy.
Chris deserves praise for portraying his character so convincingly. Action sequences were already his forte; but he absolutely nails the rare emotional bits as well.
The second half gets a little boring because of the lack of a proper storyline; there's only so much shooting and killing you can take before it becomes an element of gore. The nail-biting finish just isn't there. However, it's still a good film and definitely worth a watch.
Sex Education (2019)
Brilliant and unique; but season 2 felt long drawn
True to it's title, this show is revolutionary for a generation getting more and more open about sex and the social stigma associated with it. It talks about evolving relationships and friendships, sexual orientations, career-planning, going through puberty, dealing with parents and S-E-X. It's humorous in a weird way, and will take you down the memory lane, reminding you of your first kiss and what not.
The crew did a brilliant job - the frames are pretty aesthetic, the music is right on cue, and the costumes perfectly complement the characters. Most of the lead actors did a great job as well.
However, the countless story-lines with tons of meaningless conversations is frankly boring. It's an obvious attempt to draw out the series. Both seasons could have easily been rolled into one.
Another issue is with providing closure. We don't expect a courtroom finale, but what's the point of Sex Education if the next season starts off exactly where the previous one lets off; with no significant developments?
The End of the F***ing World (2017)
Unique and Bold
One great thing about this show is how well it maintains the thin line of difference between credible and implausible. It's not the usual teenage adventure - there's not a lot of talking or flirting or sex. The uniqueness of this show drew me in. In a sea of crime thrillers and teenage rom-coms, this one manages to stand out in it's own way.
'James' and 'Alyssa' were perfect in their roles. There's not much of a story line here; and a lot of time is spent in developing the characters and their thoughts and feelings - maybe that was important to the theme.
Verdict : Don't have sky high hopes. Jump in for a quick breath of fresh air.
Special OPS (2020)
Not bad; but there are prominent plot-holes
Special Ops starts off on a strong premise and ultimately delivers the expected nail-biting climax. Kay Kay Menon was fantastic and so was the supporting cast. The crew did their bit too - music, locations, camerawork - all top notch.
Now, when you watch a spy thriller, with meticulously planned operations, you'd expect clarity and substance over style and a one-man-showdown. This is where Special Ops takes a stumble. I'm not one for giving spoilers, but
a. Raw doesn't have an unlimited budget for one operation
b. One man doesn't go to capture a target especially when there are more team-members present
c. One sniper doesn't take out every target
And I've still had to gloss over other minor plot-holes.
Indian film-making has risen to new horizons in the past decade. It's now time to trim off the uneven edges and play with the thin line separating good and awesome. It's a little heartbreaking to see a great show riddled with such amateur mistakes.
Verdict : It's more than watchable. Give it a go.
The Family Man (2019)
Restored my faith in Indian filming capabilities
We've seen Salman Khan do it, we've seen Akshay Kumar do it, yet Manoj Bajpayee pulls it off a lot better, without being a "hero". Maybe that's his secret.
The Family Man is strongly written, crisply directed and brilliantly acted. It manages to be unabashedly bold, yet presents the story in a believable manner - something Indian productions are infamous for overdoing. The micro sub-plots which are seemingly irrelevant, add a lot of depth to the characters and the story in general.
All the actors were great but Manoj Bajpayee stands out - this man is a gem. The soundtrack/background music though, had a lot of scope for improvement.
Verdict : Give it a go. Will not disappoint.
Outer Banks (2020)
Unrealistic at times; but thoroughly fun
Outer Banks is perfect for a quarantined summer weekend watch. It will make you revisit your Scooby-Doo and Enid Blyton days. The thrill of sharing secrets with friends, the little subtleties of teen romance, and facing your challenges as you step into adulthood will give you a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
The plot, however, will leave you wanting for more. You see the premise and the promise, and are left to wonder what a better written plot could have done to this. I refrain from giving spoilers, which makes it harder to describe how the last two episodes completely defy logic.
The actors did a pretty decent job though. All of them filled the shoes of their respective characters perfectly.
Verdict : It is definitely worth a watch. Just don't set your expectations too high.
Into the Night (2020)
Something near Perfect in it's genre
If you're looking for perfect logic then apocalyptic movies are not your forte, and that's perfectly fine - so long as you dislike Harry Potter and Avengers as well.
This one is fast paced, doesn't try to rack up 10 episodes just for the sake of it, and completely hooks you up right from the first episode. It manages to be dark (literally) without being depressing or despondent. Casting is really good too - all actors filled their respective shoes.
Yes, there might be a couple of tiny plot holes - but they are too tiny to shake up the ride. Go for it - you'll not be disappointed.