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Sadiyaan
There is melodrama at every step - from the romance, to the separation, to the mother-son emotions. The kind that could make an evolved audience, used to subtler sentiments, feel claustrophobic.
Apr 2010
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Pankh
The film has an interesting premise, but it hasn’t been fleshed out satisfactorily.
Apr 2010
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The Great Indian Butterfly
Nothing really happens in the film where the couple fights for the most part, separates, and rethinks their actions. The film needed more.
Apr 2010
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Hum Tum Aur Ghost
Admittedly a few witty dialogues combined with Warsi’s mumbling delivery style do crack you up – but that’s hardly a cause to spend two hours plus on an otherwise convoluted picture.
Mar 2010
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Well Done Abba
...a bare look at contemporary rural India complete with all its unique challenges and nuances. And told with the Benegal stamp of folding in humour with comment.
Mar 2010
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Shaapit
...doesn’t work largely because the characters don’t. We don’t care at all about the glossy-lipped girl, or the expressionless boy. They are one-dimensional characters constantly doing things out of their league and desperate for an applause.
Mar 2010
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Love Sex Aur Dhokha
...a film comprising elements its title aptly pronounces. Savour these stories told in a distinct edgy, kitschy style. Don’t miss...
Mar 2010
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Na Ghar Ke Na Ghaat Ke
Funny at times, crude at others, it's a decent watch if you're willing to forgive the implausible finale.
Mar 2010
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Hide & Seek
...with the murderer and victims this unexciting, you’ll also end up not caring.
Mar 2010
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Thanks Maa
Those addicted to fairy tales and brightly lit frames may find Thanks Maa a demanding watch. It’s hard-hitting, real, raw. Go for it only if you have a strong stomach. On the other hand, since this is the reality we live with every day, we better develop a strong stomach. Don’t miss it.
Mar 2010
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Road, Movie
Neither a full-blown road movie, nor a story that cleverly folds in the delights of touring cinema...
Mar 2010
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Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge?
The central flaw with the film is its failure to evoke sympathy for the central characters. Having suffered unbearable guests themselves, most viewers will find Chachaji’s antics harmless; even amusing.
Mar 2010
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Karthik Calling Karthik
...the film is worth your time for the gripping storytelling and marvelous performances. Recommended!
Feb 2010
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Click
So why was this film made? Do the makers really expect the audience to be happy with a simplistic horror film that couldn’t scare a child?
Feb 2010
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Toh Baat Pakki
...the only reason we can recommend the film is Tabu alone. Watch it, if that’s reason enough for you to sample the rest of the mediocre fare.
Feb 2010
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My Name is Khan
Karan Johar proves he’s set on doing films after his heart. Viewers who turn down thinking films saying they prefer the 'Karan Johar brand of cinema' may well revise their definition.
Feb 2010
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Feb 2010
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Jan 2010
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Rann
...Ram Gopal Varma really had a chance to make a film that could carry its message to the film-watching public. Instead, you have black and white characters comprising the usual clique of the righteous man, the villainous politician, and supportive love interest.
Jan 2010
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Veer
Veer, mounted on lush production values, shows you everything in hyperbole: the costumes and jewellery, the battlefield, the body count, the unattainably beautiful princess, and the comic-book style hero.
Jan 2010
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Chance Pe Dance
Had the film retained its smart, humorous and authentic tone without falling into pattern, this would have been a great watch. For now, you’ll have to forgive the predictable second half if you want to enjoy Shahid’s uninhibited, charming performance.
Jan 2010
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Dulha Mil Gaya
Despite Sushmita Sen’s vivaciousness, SRK’s cameo and a very able supporting cast, Dulha Mil Gaya doesn't manage to stay afloat as it's a story that we've seen too many times already.
Jan 2010
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Pyaar Impossible
...average watch, largely elevated by Priyanka Chopra’s performance and zillion-dollar look.
Jan 2010
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Raat Gayi Baat Gayi
Go ahead, enjoy this slice-of life movie that may not completely convince and does take time to unfold, but will leave you smiling anyway.
Jan 2010
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Accident on Hill Road
...could have been immersing for its disturbing turn of events and the characters’ casual lack of morals, but turns out just another below-par thriller.
Jan 2010
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Bolo Raam
...a mishmash of a dull murder mystery with an unnecessary religious angle. Now what was the need to do that?
Jan 2010
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Dec 2009
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Rocket Singh
After Ab Tak Chhappan and Chak De India, this is director Shimit Amin’s weakest film thus far.
Dec 2009