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Raaz Reboot
Critic reviews and ratings
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...one of the most entertaining films of the decade.
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...masala broth of broad humour, melodrama, social message – bundled up to entertain every taste bud.
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Mr Hirani, Mahatma, we bow to you.
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...one of the best Indian films of the year, perhaps even the decade, and should not be missed for any reason.
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Karan Johar comes of age. He tells a complex story with sparkling simplicity, without forgetting that cinema is primarily meant to entertain.
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...a wonderful story told with a flair and flourish that leave a lingering impact on the viewer.
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Dibakar Banerjee has taken that much-nudged envelope, ripped it apart, and mailed out a magnificently tawdry postcard. He's made a film which lets Hindi cinema sit back, take a deep glug of adulthood, and wipe Haywards 5000 foam from its 'stache as it leers at the girl in stockings. Bollywood has just grown up the only way it could...
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A big, beautiful, dazzling emotional movie experience.
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The best, purest film to come out of Hindi cinema in a while, this.
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...adorable and cute.
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There is nothing profound about Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara; neither does it bring any insight that you and I don't already have from our own relationships. But, it connects from the word go.
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This movie is Timely, Topical and Terrific!
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This is movie-making of a different kind. Faiza Ahmed Khan has shown us what she is capable of. Time for us to celebrate her genius.
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A Salman Khan film does not need a review!
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...a knockout, a film that makes you smell corpses, that makes you shudder with melancholia, and a film that points accusing fingers. A film that doesn't flinch.
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Only a dance enthusiast could have come up with a film so spectacular and heart-warming.
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This is a beguiling, beautiful and befitting homage to 100 years of Indian cinema. It's also proof that different stories in an episodic film could comfortably have directors with different sensitivities staring in the same line of vision.
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...a gorgeous, gorgeous film, one that uses its period setting affectionately, with loving detail, and not exploitatively, as our cinema is wont to do.
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Watching this movie is a spiritual and uplifting experience.
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It is a film of multiple pleasures -- small ones and overwhelming ones and exquisitely crafted ones -- layered one on top of the other, with something for everyone, and so, so much for the cinematic glutton.
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One of the best films to come out of India in a long time...
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Treat yourself to 'The Lunchbox' - it'll leave you with a craving to seek your own little happiness. The best film I've seen in a long time.
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...is not a biopic. It is a tour, designed by Hansal Mehta that is sure to take your breath away. Just as it is raw in its selection of location, it is as sublime in its execution and performances.
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...SLB's most commercial work till date, has nice doses of raunch and ras (juice).
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It’s a genuinely smart film. It’s beautifully, lovingly shot.
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...a film that cannot be missed. Watch it for its storyline. Watch it for its execution. Watch it for its many excellent performances.
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...is packed with great background scores, unfaltering narration and stellar performances.
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...comes as close to storytelling perfection as any mainstream Hindi movie has done in living memory.
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This is brilliant. This is fast. This is bloody furious.
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...is not a movie. It is brilliance in motion. It is a must-watch film.
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...a moving, visual delight.
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Rating this movie is beyond my call... but for the record it is 5 stars which in a way limits the brilliance of this movie.
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...is an absolute must-watch not just because it deserves to be seen. It NEEDS to be seen.
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...is the most impressive film of this year so far.
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A brave movie! A poignant tale!
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There is no mistaking her (Anu Menon) genius as she guides every delicate scene with the hand of maturity.
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Its funny, dramatic, dark, serious, emotional all rolled into one seamless cinematic gem. It is the movie of the year.
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...the film is the best one of 2016.
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Kudos to writing that got me hooked to wrestling for the last hour or so. This for a person who gets easily bored in wrestling films, let alone the sport itself.
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A must watch! You will surely come out of the theatres with tears of joy.
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You brace yourself for the highest degrees of scathing cynicism when you walk in to a film about India's election process. You walk out with a smile that balances the skepticism with healthy hopefulness. Those are just a few “when was the last time that happened” packed in 100+ minutes.
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Kashyap is at his absolute best in Mukkabaaz, all heart and heartland, a movie made with a vintage filmi sensibility but highly modern skills. And a story that bleeds.
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There are full-fledged military wars in Cambodia because nothing less than a war can do justice to Salman's calibre. There is Salman Khan flying over Al Shifah because helicopters are so passe. There is Bhai launching bazookas because why undermine him with lesser weapons like AK-47. There are five extra actors in the film to support Salman because he needs to outshine all of them. Nothing is measured in Race 3. You ask for a shot of Salman, you're given a gallon of him. Deal with it however you want.
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This is why we need directors who refuse to be obvious. This phenomenal new thriller from Sriram Raghavan pulls off its tricks in plain sight. Everybody knows how a mystery should work, but Raghavan knows how all the mysteries work.
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Some films are experiences, and therefore, shouldn't be restricted with star ratings, or discussions about the film's merit. A Salman Khan film, in this context, is a rollercoaster ride. You buy a ticket, stand in line, take your seat, buckle yourself up, and pray to the almighty that you don't puke on thy neighbour.
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An adorable experience.
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It's emotional, it's entertaining, it's enlightening.
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...every scene is special and brings with it something that's out of the ordinary.
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Hirani carries forward his simplistic `humanism alone works' philosophy of the Lage Raho Munnabhai series in 3 Idiots too, making it a warm and vivacious signature tune to 2009.
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...a fascinating love story, has an angle of religion and a world-shaking incident as a backdrop. It not only entertains, but also mesmerises, enthrals and captivates the viewer in those 2.40 hours.
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...works because it's an uplifting tale of an underdog told in an entertaining manner. There's also that element of freshness in the film also his choice of actors...
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...has all the makings of a contemporary cult classic this season's best film.
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...a cinematic triumph -- the film is edgy, raw, thrilling and completely entertaining.
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It's a well penned and well executed film that deals with a serious issue in a witty and entertaining manner. Although very real, it creates a world full of vivid characters and incidents and keeps the viewer engrossed throughout.
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...a brilliant satire which is riveting and heartfelt. Most importantly, it makes you think, and rethink.
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...a full on entertainer with three aces - Salman Khan like never before, stylish action and super music.
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Whoooaa, what an absolutely thrilling roller coaster ride...
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...will make you realise that there indeed have been very few debuts as stunning as this one.
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...is like that rich tapestried melody whose metre and rhythm you cannot ever forget even though the lines may be forgotten.
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...works big time predominantly for the reason that it's a pioneering motion picture, an incredible film that dares to pierce into an untapped and brand new terrain.
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It's a film so irreverent, so unapologetic, it'd be surprising if it didn't go on to become cult.
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Packed with fun yet emotional moments, stellar performances, witty dialogue and a great story, Chillar Party is a must watch for kids and adults alike.
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It's a complete package of entertainment for the masses and devoted fans of masala movies.
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...soulful and simply beautiful.
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...works for varied reasons -- it has a simple, but captivating story with a dramatic twist in the tale, the chemistry between the lead actors is perfect and the music is well juxtaposed in the narrative. But its biggest USP is, without doubt, Salman Khan.
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...a significant step forward for Kashyap. It is well-nigh his most controlled film to date: the style, fluid and unobtrusive, complements the theme rather than overshadow it.
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...a solid entertainer, no two opinions on that. It's not merely a great looking film, but also has soul, which is so essential to strike a chord with the avid moviegoer.
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...a spellbinding courageous coming-of-rage saga woven into a tantalizing tapestry of memory and angst and driven forward with demoniacal fury by Ranbir Kapoor's centrally-heated performance.
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...is in line for a flood of awards. Vidya Balan will walk away with all possible trophies!
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Book your ticket, and brace yourself for an unforgettable ride.
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...is one such film; everything’s right about it.
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Shanghai, Banerjee’s fourth film, is his best. It’s also a very important film, in addition to being consistently engaging and extremely satiating.
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This is one of those rare films that is as pertinent as it is compelling. Cannot. Be. Missed!
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...Dibakar Banerjee has crafted this film with the kind of precision and invention that - should Shanghai be a commercial success - can change the course of cinema in India.
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As we celebrate 100 Years of Indian cinema, there can be no better gift to our film-crazed nation than this superb film.
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...a high-octane thriller that works big time.
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...indulge in the magic of Barfi!
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...it's truly path-breaking for Bollywood.
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It's a super-duper film, one that cannot be missed at any cost.
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...an outstanding film. A taut psychological thriller that keeps you guessing till the end, it leaves you spellbound, leaves you mesmerized, leaves you with an exclamation, 'Wow!'.
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Rejoice. The sensitive storyteller is back in his element. Vishal Bharadwaj brings alive the ecstasy, pain and passion of Hamlet on screen.
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Abhishek wields the director's baton like a magician's wand to create something so real, so magical, so close to heart that in the end; you walk out in a daze.
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Give it a standing ovation!
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...a clear winner. A thriller worth every penny.
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For me it was a fulfilling experience, a film to savour much after watching it.
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It stimulates the one organ that popular Hindi cinema consistently ignores - the brain! Give it a chance and prepare to be dazzled.
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That a story with such profound philosophical underpinnings could lead to a film so simple, so small, so unpretentious, so sweet and yet so endearing, so entertaining, so humorous and so intriguing would be inconceivable to most.
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Director Omung Kumar showcases flair with his very first movie.
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...fiercely bold and terrifyingly cold.
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Showing true Satyagraha has no short-cuts, it also shows solutions glimmering ahead, as ephemeral, yet powerful as a rainbow cleansing the dust.
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...an unusual banquet, raising a bitter-sweet toast to life.
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...an exceptional film, a rare gem that arrives only once in a few years.
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...a rare gem...
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...rare gem that needs to be savour scene after scene...
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...is seemingly simple yet as complex as all human beings are. It’s sad yet throws up humour when you are least expecting it. It’s not larger than life, it’s just as large as life always is. This film is truly sensational.
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...deserves more than just a standing ovation. It deserves accolades for standing up to be counted and narrating the kind of story that is usually buried under mainstream media cacophony.
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...has the ingredients that make a splendid superhero film, besides being Rakesh Roshan's most accomplished work so far.
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For sheer vision, bravado and superlative execution, this one soars to new orbits.
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...ought to be watched for multiple reasons: the electrifying chemistry between its lead actors, the strong dramatic content, the scintillating musical score, the violent streak in the narrative and of course, Sanjay Leela Bhansali's execution of the material.
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...definitely a smash hit film, which has blockbuster written all over it.
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...a noble, well-intentioned message narrated in an entertaining format in a Salman Khan movie, who, as we all know by now, is the much endeared hero of the masses, makes Jai Ho a sure-shot winner.
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Vikas Bahl, take a bow. This is a flawless presentation.
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And that is the film's beauty: its pauses, its silences, its not saying too much when it can say less.
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There are some films that you simply don't want to end. And when they do, you want to spring out of your seat and give the darned thing a standing ovation. "Queen", directed by Vikas Bahl is that rarity.
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...is irresistible. Highly recommended. A must-see film.
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...is one of the finest movies to come out of the Hindi film industry of late. This is one of those rare Hindi movies that commands a repeat viewing.
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...a 'must watch' for the sake of rich and superior cinema.
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This isn't really a film. It's a work of art, tempestuous and terrific.
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...a paisa vasool, seeti-maar entertainer.
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...a solid entertainer that will surely entertain the masses and classes alike.
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All the credit for this goes to the captain of the ship, the genius filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani who has raised the bar once again.
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...Hirani tells us yet another powerful and brave story.
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It's amazing that the makers thought of bringing us such an entertaining and thought- provoking film through the eyes of this unique character.
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...a constantly riveting, ticking timebomb of a film -- is by far Kashyap’s finest film.
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Watch the movie for brilliance and for its simple, touching and mind-blowing messaage.
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...a film that draws the deepest and darkest behavior of men. This is how you make a great film.
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...a gripping, intense whodunit which has intensity oozing from every character.
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...one of the finest films ever made in the history of Indian cinema.
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...it is Neeraj Pandey who stands out because it is his genius that shines through. The rest of the cast just fall in line under his directorial baton.
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One of the best films in recent times, it’s an experience not to be forgotten easily.
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Do not pass up a sip of Margarita, With A Straw. It could be life-altering. If nothing else, it will soak you with its warmth.
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A film so real that you can almost touch it. Please go watch it. The audience needs such films more than the film needing the audience.
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It is unyielding, funny, mundane, occasionally boring and thought provoking, if only in hindsight.
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...a special, special film.
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...is one of the best films of the year.
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Kudos to story, screenplay an dialogue writer Juhi Chaturvedi for bring us this eccentric comedy that's as full of laughs as it is full of feeling. And what astute storytelling by Shoojit Sircar!
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Evoking a new-age Hrishikesh Mukherjee, Rai keeps things tight, light, yet layered - and handles two leading ladies, one of whom deserves an extra half-star.
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Kudos to the director for helming such a close-to-reality situation with dollops of humour and charting the course of each and every character with a passion that goes beyond the art of good film-making.
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This film easily qualifies to be Salman Khan's BEST movie till date, featuring his career's best performance. The film wins you over completely.
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This dazzling debut film is an unmissable gem.
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Towering performances for a towering script! Masaan is all this and much more. Masaan provokes you, makes you think, and takes you on life's journey.
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The inspiring narrative, the powerful love story and hard-hitting performances make for a wonderful cinematic experience.
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In wiping away stains from the sword of justice, Talvar shines.
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It is a cleanly-crafted film.
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...dark, grim and disturbingly scary.
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A great story (Sharad Katariya, Kanu Behl), good editing (Namrata Rao) and uncompromising execution makes this a film not to be missed.
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Unrelentingly grim, morally unmoored, Titli festers like a sore on your consciousness.
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As a storyteller, Behl's biggest triumph is that he makes us care for each of his characters without judgment.
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...is the perfect Diwali entertainer for the entire family.
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...a film that no man or woman can miss.
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...a classic film based on a real life incident that is told extremely well on screen.
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...gritty, edge-of-the-seat and heart-stopping.
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...a deeply moving experience.
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...is a must-watch. It’s a reminder that freedom of choice can never be less important, and that is what democracy is about.
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...a human drama with universal resonance. It encapsulates the plight of all dissenters.
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...all credit goes to director Shakun, who holds together all of this like a perfect winning trophy. His sensibilities in the family drama genre will certainly set a new benchmark.
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...is supple and smooth, with lots of rough edges and highs and lows. It's a perfect family movie.
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Take a bow, Shah Rukh Khan.
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Thank you Tanuj Bhramar for this wonderful journey on celluloid. You have done a marvelous job.
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If a film is the sum total of its politics and craft, Udta Punjab scores at every level.
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Not only do I recommend Udta Punjab as mandatory viewing, I also urge that the film be made tax-free. Very few films touch a cord such that they can actually make a difference.
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...a paisa vasool, seeti-maar unadulterated entertainer...
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...does not have the thrills and gimmicks to draw big numbers. But that's exactly what the film deserves. The stupendous storytelling of this film deserves a lot more than 100 crores.
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It is a very well-made, confident film that fearlessly eschews Bollywoodisms and just exists in its distinctive rhythm; never for a second, feeling the need to shock and impress the audience.
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...is a powerful statement on the existing feudal mindset of a majority of India, where men and women are judged by a different yardstick.
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This is a solid, terse film that makes its points in mainstream fashion with an appropriate lack of subtlety. Pink is a barnstormer -- and it doesn't pull its punches.
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...is an eye opener of sorts in today’s society where many preconceived notions about how women are looked upon as, exist.
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This isn’t just an important film, but also excellently made. It’s a giant leap for Hindi cinema, and easily the best film this year.
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A terrific film that stays in your heart and remains etched in your memory much after the screening has concluded.
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...scores with its first-rate performances.
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...the finest movie to come out in recent years...
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This is by far the most credible an Indian sport film has ever felt...
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Brave and original, Haraamkhor walks the razor’s edge. One tiny mistake, and it could have been pronounced morally twisted. Some may call it immoral even now.
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...is a small, spry, sublimely beguiling essay that bears the weight of its solemn theme without the faintest hint of a stumble. If there is only one film that you want to see this week, this month, this year - or this lifetime - let it be this one.
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Somewhere in the middle of this beautiful, meditative film comes the greatest lesson of all: that a perfect, poetic goodbye doesn't have to wait for the end.
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It's the sheer magic of terrific storytelling combined with a visual grandeur rarely seen in Indian cinema that turns it into an experience that'll be hard to forget anytime soon.
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...it's a feast for moviegoers and has the trappings to make all generations its fan.
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While it doesn't have the same panoramic adventure of its predecessor, it does make up with grand scale and precise execution.
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...is an hauntingly eternal, ambitiously spectacular masterpiece that delivers on all fronts, having all the arcs for a swashbuckling blockbuster, the S.S. Rajamouli directed epic fantasy in reality is a lesson on how to conclude a sequel, making it bigger, better and unforgettable in the end.
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Amidst laughing, it'll leave you thinking, which - and we need to be reminded of this - is what good cinema should do. Both your funny bone and your grey cells will thank you for watching it.
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Funny, relevant and deeply gratifying, Newton is a veritable modern classic.
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...is a deceptively simple, remarkable film with a risky concept that has paid off. It is without question one of India’s best of 2017 so far.
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...is a high-octane masala entertainer that stays true to its genre.
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...is a remarkable motion picture experience that’s backed by proficient direction, spellbinding screenwriting and superlative acting.
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...is a work of true moral force; it is, at the risk of sounding fancy, a motion picture for our times.
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It is a tale well told and brilliantly acted. Must watch!
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...is an espionage venture with heart and soul tempering its gritty core. Even as it kept me on the edge of my seat for its entire 140 minutes, it broke my heart.
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...is an entertaining saga that blends emotions, humour and drama in adequate doses. It is powerful, engaging, emotional as well as compelling.
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Together the three actors add incredible zest, flesh, and energy to roles that compel you look at the world through each perspective, and probably even find oneself in it in some form.
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...is not only Sriram Raghavan’s best work till date, it’s Bollywood’s best in the dark, noir thriller genre which is will be remembered as a cult classic in coming years
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It's stunning, comic, grisly, absurd, intense, cold, crazy and must-watch.
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...a black comedy that is breathless in its pace and breathtaking in the scope of its imagination, linking seemingly random occurrences in the cosmos, and with all its entertainment value, arriving at an unexpectedly thoughtful study of both kismet and human nature.
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...is a cinematic marvel which has the style as well as the substance.
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...is a rapturous cinematic triumph. Zoya Akhtar’s masterly crafted piece with layers is written with depth.
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It’s ambitious but accessible, mainstream yet not machine-made. The mix is overpowering — the sound of the movies, the voice of the streets.
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More than anything else, this film is poetry. Photograph reminds us to believe in minor magic. Here is a film about a city that makes room for everything, from formulaic films to ghosts. Like when posing for a camera, all we need to know is where to look.
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The story poignantly sums up the day-to-day struggles of life in the Kashmir valley, especially of those whose sons, husbands and fathers have disappeared.
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...is a super-entertainer with emotions as its strong USP and Salman Khan like never before.
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...is the best that Indian cinema can be in these troubled times if it chooses to hold a mirror up to our society, compelling us to confront the worst that we are and the best that we can be when we are not busy saving our own skins.
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...is not a film in search of easy answers. Instead, it is a reminder that we already know the questions but don’t ask them enough. Not cool, sir.
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The relevant plot, watertight screenplay, clapworthy moments and terrific performance by John Abraham makes Batla House one of the finest films of the year.
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...is engaging and entertaining while being patriotic in its feel.
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It’s a feel-good mainstream movie that today will be termed as the joy of the year.
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...is a story that definitely needs to be told, it’s getting told at your nearest theatres, make sure you see this incredible story of rousing valour and pride.
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Anubhav Sinha crafts an impeccable piece of art that creates a flow of symbolism that is so strong and so potent, the metaphoric richness that conveys the yearning of women is undeniably an unforgettable, unmissable, triumph of humanity & womanhood anchored by Tapsee Pannu’s top notch act.
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...the film drives home a solid point and leaves you with enough to ponder upon.
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...the romantic moments are endearing. Most importantly, the on-screen chemistry is electrifying. Ranbir and Katrina look great together!
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Ha ha and a hoot.
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...captivating plot, gripping screenplay, super performances and a climax that shakes you up completely. Watching this movie should be on top of your agenda this week.
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...critically important work because it spells out uncomfortable truths in a cinematic language that’s riveting and resonant without resorting to extravagant flourishes and fireworks.
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A film that should strike a chord with every paa, maa... just about everyone with a heart!
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Paa kasam, this film will rock you.
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At times you should not be yourself to show the world what you really are. Amitabh Bachchan does just that and shows the world he is the Paa of performing arts.
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...Balki outdoes himself with a film that’s intelligent, entertaining and visually arresting.
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Balakrishnan doesn’t let Auro’s tale become subservient to the incredibly skilled performance behind Auro. And that’s the miracle which we all must witness in Paa.
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Go watch it quickly, and please, also take your ma to Paa.
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The most well written and genuinely unique film of the year. This one's a superb product.
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...not one that says "look at me, I am making a statement to change the world". But a quiet and subtle appreciation of the life we've been given and what we can do with it.
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...one of the most rocking films of the year.
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It requires patience to appreciate it fully, but deserves a viewing because films like this are hard to find.
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Do not miss this film as it actually delivers more than it promises.
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It is a momentous piece of cinema for its writing and its supreme indifference to the dynamics of conventional storytelling...
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...charming, minor-key movie about material that might have been better served belted out with brassy energy.
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...has one of the most relevant issues of Indian society at its core, a heartwarming story woven around it and a narrative that takes you through the film effortlessly, leaving you happy, moved, and thoughtful in the end.
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The genius of 3 Idiots ultimately lies in its total lack of emotional manipulation in order to engage the audience.
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Go watch it... I'd say please watch it...
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...tremendously entertaining piece of cinema.
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...delivers an entertaining narrative that shifts gears between comic-book humour and heavy-duty drama with ease.
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...this is much bigger than just a film, it’s a cultural phenomenon.
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Ram Gopal Varma not only manages to grab eyeballs from the beginning to the end with his taut narration, he orchestrates a veritable treat when it comes to performances from his ensemble cast.
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...razor-sharp bitter and biting look at the real world of rapidly-moving moral issues.
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The film has a riveting plot, great performances, soulful music, an absorbing story and skilful direction to make the viewer fall in ishq with it.
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Every actor delivers and everyone involved in the making of this movie deserves credit.
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...the best thing about Ishqiya is how grown-up it is...Ishqiya’s humour and sensuality is for adults who are not afraid to confront the depths of their emotions.
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...powerfully etched movie, enacted with purpose by every member of the cast.
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...fun and eventful ride all the way. Hop on!
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At the end of 18 reels, you do carry something precious home – SRK and Kajol. They are absolutely electric. Undoubtely, they don’t make’em like that anymore. And never will, which is why MNIK is absolutely compulsory viewing. You may have problems with it. Yet it is a must-must-see.
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But the real bravery award should go to director-producer Karan Johar, who dispenses with the designer preciousness of his previous films to come as close as this to something real, something important.
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To say MNIK is a warm-the-cockles film about a man with Aspergers syndrome who overcomes all odds and triumphs would be to pigeonhole it. The movie has a larger picture-one of humanity, tolerance,redemption and above all love.
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...is a film that will make you cry and laugh, even as it fills you with admiration and warmth for the next decrepit kid you see on the red light, running nose et al.
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...a tender yet ruthless look-see at a city that claims to have a place for everyone but somehow neglects looking after children who are vulnerable to every form of attack on the streets.
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...original, innovative and ground-breaking cinema, which will shock and provoke you. The film is definitely not for the faint-hearted or those who swear by stereotypical fares, but for those who yearn for a change.
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...shouldn’t be restricted with tags like experimental, offbeat, path-breaking, low-budget or multiplex cinema. While it happens to be all of these, it goes beyond with its smart story and superlative storytelling to be a brilliant and entertaining film.
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Each of the three stories has a newspaper story item quality about it and thus is as enchanting as that can get. But the novel way in which it is recorded and narrated is engrossing. But, be warned it is not your movie if you are the kind who takes offense easily or can't handle non-escapist cinema.
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...keeps you at the edge of your seat. Every scene is well woven.
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It's partly hilarious, mostly sad, yes quite misogynistic but also very unusual.
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...is a breakthrough film : the portrayal of love and sex in Hindi cinema may never be the same again.
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You will be shocked, you will be startled, but walking out of the theatre, you know you have just seen what is possibly the most important Hindi film since Satya and Dil Chahta Hai.
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...could become a seminal work in Indian cinema history.
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It's dark, distressing and deeply disturbing. But it's also the reality of the times we are living in.
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Long after you have left the theatre, you take home the excitement, tension and the goodwill message...
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The film is a sheer delight, with the events unfolding in a breezy, comic vein which keeps the ribs relentlessly tickling. But what's more alluring are the colourful characters and the multi-layered approach to the problems of a village which becomes a microcosm of the entire nation.
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...is one film you have to watch. For its simplicity. For its performances. And for its direction. It has content. It entertains. It educates.
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...a must watch movie for the Midas touch of Shyam Benegal and the sheer mastery of Boman Irani.
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...is fiercely individualistic cinema. Those who support for edgy, mind-pubbing cinema, should check it out immediately…
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If you really care about aesthetics and have been hungering for something that will satiate your finer sensibilities -- battered by now, by the relentless onslaught of kitsch -- you must grab a dekko...
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The direction of Jagmohan Mundhra suits the thriller genre and he comes out with a winning product. The treatment of the characters in the thriller has been done superbly.
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What really works for the film is its massive star cast, gripping second half and also the skilled performances by each and every member of its cast.
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...makes a sweeping impact. A truly admirable effort, this brilliant film is not to be missed.
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Take time out for a serious and compelling celluloid experience.
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...an important film in today’s times. It is not to be missed by connoisseurs of good cinemas well as those who forever complain that Hindi cinema offers nothing different.
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...an overwhelming film. At times a tad bit overproduced, the film is an onslaught of brilliant use of technology on the viewer's senses -- stunning cinematography, the fluidity of the camera, quick edits, loud soaring music, with the actors thrown into wild nature.
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Raavan falls for Sita (and vice versa) in an intriguingly idiosyncratic take on the Ramayana – if you can get past the lead performances, that is.
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...unconventional Bollywood at its biting best.
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In an industry known to indulge in larger-than-life ‘flights of fantasy’, Udaan is one of those intermittent ‘coming of age’ films from Bollywood. Do not miss!
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Udaan is our life on screen.
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...is both a celebration and a triumph of that spirit rebellious.
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Watch it and weep. And marvel at an extraordinary story told without veering into the maudlin. It's a tightly controlled drama without any melodrama.
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...a terrific, moving coming-of-age film...
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Being young can be quite rewarding if you are willing to take charge, be responsible. Udaan is an enriching experience in highlighting the same.
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Simple and touching, that’s Udaan for you. A must-watch for all, whether teenager or a parent.
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...soars really high, higher than anything else this year.
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It's one of the best films this year, and one you will carry in your heart for years.
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...a delightful little gem of a film, based on an unbelievable premise, but treated with just the right mix of straight-faced gravity and furiously oddball humour.
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...a subtle slapstick, if such an oxymoron exists.
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...an extremely well-made film that lingers in your memory. The realism coupled with stellar direction, power-packed writing, exceptional performances and ear-pleasing tunes are its trump cards. An outstanding cinematic experience!
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...offers you both substance and soul, even as it dabbles with a slice of reality. Don't miss it.
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Buy a ticket now!
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...is revival of good old Hindi cinema. As Mumbai goes rewind, you look forward to a dynamic and gripping entertainer.
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Sweet love, substantial performances, super fun, slick 'n stylish, Aisha is a-ha stuff.
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It has its heart in the right place, and it's a heart backed by a ticking mind.
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...the most intelligent and humorous Indian commentary in long.
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...well-researched, brilliantly-written and effectively documented creation that hasn't negotiated its wry vision for big screen. I'd go to the extent of saying it's the best Hindi film I've seen this year.
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We know now that the 'we serve masala because that is what the audience demands' days are numbered. **fingers crossed**
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...it's a movie everyone should watch. Not just to see how a story can be told but also how it can be told with affection and attitude.
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...is equally appealing from the outside and at heart.
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This is one Zandu Balm of a movie.
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...designed as a vehicle to showcase the star charisma of Salman Khan and the actor literally hits bull's eye. He has a ball on screen and makes sure you join the party too.
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Though the story is a pure mishmash right out of the potboiler films of the 70s, it's styled and spoken with today's hip attitude. Dabangg is chavanni chhap entertainment, easy to ridicule but toughest to create.
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The film has everything going for it: top notch performances by two super-stars, good music, a sensitive director with a good track record, a simple yet absorbing story and of course, terrific moments [emotional as well as humorous].
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...primarily designed as an unadulterated tribute to the charisma of Indian cinema's ageless superstar, Rajnikanth. And it's completely, wholeheartedly, joyously desi.
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...a crowd-pleasing and hugely mass appealing tale of android revolution with a thrilling plot, rich and imaginative screenplay, super action, astounding effects and most importantly, Rajnikant, who is the soul of the film.
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...if there is just one Rajni movie you will ever watch, this is it, this is it, this is it.
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This a Rajni fest all the way, and it’s not to be missed.
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...is the flawless combination of biggest superstar and best special effects ever on the Indian screen.
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...a simple, heartfelt and riveting story told with a lot a heart.
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...executed brilliantly by some of the finest actors on screen and a surprisingly self-assured debutant director.
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...a near-perfect cinematic experience.
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...a deliciously layered movie you have to unravel for yourself as you get sucked into the engrossing drama.
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...find yourself awestruck by the sheer intensity of the film.
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...an ideal fun ride with thrice the enjoyment and gratification, thrice the magic and thrice the hilarity.
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Prepare to laugh your guts out. It's the funniest film of the year so far...
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A film like Guzaarish isn't made for the box office. It's made for the gratification of the senses. And that it does, in ample measure.
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A big, beautiful, dazzling emotional movie experience.
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is a case well presented. There is an attempt to draw a safe line hence as the director tries not going against the code of law as he presents the case. It is a delight to watch for the superb performances.
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The beauty of the film lies in its ability to throw light on a morbid subject, compelling the viewer to fall back in love with life.
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In an industry obsessed by opening weekend business and box-office records, this is one of those rare films that doesn't compromise on its gracious objectives for the sake of becoming more box-office friendly.
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Terrific performances, ticklish humour and a trick-and-treat plot line...
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...delightful ode to the Great Indian Wedding.
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...is fun to sit through. It could've solely stood tall on the clever stories. But lovely performances and to-the-tee casting only add to the entertainment quotient.
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A beautifully textured romcom with flesh-and-blood characters instead of lazy caricatures.
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Some films rip your heart out and keep it on the table as it lies beating. You watch in frozen fascination, knowing it will eventually stop.
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...the high drama, the arresting performances and the spunky audio track (Amit Trivedi) make NOKJ a memorable viewing.
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This gutsy film deserves a standing ovation!
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...the film gives us, what we need most - the strength to fight our fights and the hope that we will get what we deserved all along - justice.
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...one helluva knockout of a movie, the sort which lingers in the heart and mind long after its 16 reels have ended on a note of hope and interiorised glory.
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It is proof that a relevant issue -- if portrayed cleverly on celluloid -- can be a statement of our times, while maintaining the entertainment quotient.
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A smart, sophisticated film...
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...a persuasive powerful and pungent docu-drama.
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Some directors use sledgehammers to make their point. Others use a scalpel. Well, welcome the scalpel.
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...an imposing and vibrant cinematic portrait, appending itself to the new wave of independent Indian cinema which I am extremely pleased to applaud.
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...it's a moody painting that will entice you to linger and stare and stay with you forever. Either ways it's made of the stuff that makes life what it is. Down to the last intriguing detail.
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Forget the rangy big points. It’s the sculpted small-moment that marks this elegant elegy to Mumbai.
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...superb, sharp, risqué and original.
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An entertaining screwball-noir is also in the running for the year’s unlikeliest love story.
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It's a compelling watch, more for its drama and histrionics than anything else.
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Gattu finally finds his groove. The film never loses it.
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Serious, sensitive and stirring, 7 Khoon Maaf is a whole new cinematic experience.
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Chalk up an absolute winner for the Vishal-Bhardwaj-Priyanka Chopra team.They make a coherent vision out of an inconceivable marital crises.
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...a gloriously polished and a poised look at the chaos that rules the bereaved heart in our troubled times.
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...little gem of a film.
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Path breaking and poignant.
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Watch I Am for talking unapologetically about real issues in real India. And also, for the performances.
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..breaking-norm film...
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...an impossibly thrilling roller-coaster ride, backed by heart-thumping tunes, and some of the greatest performances we can recollect in recent times.
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...compassionate and touching...
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...is a set of strong 4 short films. Each one of them is well-made and takes you into its own little world.
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...a terrific film. It's surprising and disturbing and has a vein of rich, dark humor coursing through it.
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Those with an appetite for issue-centric cinema, sprint for it.
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...hits the right decibels to make sound enough for you to sit up and notice.
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Three stories, eleven days, myriad layers, believable characters, fine performances, spirited direction, taut script, momentary explosions of originality.
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I saw the future of Hindi cinema. And it's got a name. Shor In The City.
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...one of those rare films that tugs your heartstrings.
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...a small film with a big heart. A remarkable film with a rock-solid script, this heart-warming experience should not be missed at any cost. A cinematic gem!
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...amalgamates components of horror, paranormal and sex seamlessly. It titillates, it petrifies, but most importantly, it tells you a story which is daunting, imaginative and unconventional.
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It'll probably be the best film you'll be watching for a long time to come.
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...a wicked and poignant journey into the heart and soul of a child. At once clever and artless it effortlessly takes cinema about child psychology out of the box. The tiffin box.
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Some movies leave you gobsmacked with their sweetness. Others silence you with their spareness. Can a movie do both? Sometimes. Stanley ka Dabba is one of those times.
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...a sensitive, soulful, stylish film...
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This is a film with the perfect ingredients; made with honesty and a touch of innocence. No wonder it leaves you feeling very rewarded.
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...a heart-warming, entertaining, and moving film that proves that one does not need a big star cast or fancy locales to make a good movie.
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...director Prawaal Raman gives you a film that stays with you, long after curtain call.
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...strictly for the masses and for those who relish typically formulaic masala entertainers.
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...is bound to raise eyebrows thanks to its contemporary, thrilling, hard-hitting and forceful content. One of the most ingenious and entertaining thrillers I've seen in a long time. Also, it's one of the most stimulating and intense films to come out of the Hindi film industry.
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...a spellbinding thriller with 'awesomeness' written all over it.
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...is a unique experience to be savoured if you're looking for an adventure. In other words—don't miss!
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Brilliantly written with some of the brightest young stars of Bollywood.
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...a near-perfect film and an absolute must-watch. It is cool, bold, whacky, and contemporary without being wannabe. One of the finest films of the year will blow your mind and you might want to watch it again to let it all sink in.
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...a seriously hilarious movie that lives up to its title -- it's double dhamaal all the way. If you are not looking for wisdom and rationale in a light-hearted entertainer, I am sure you will savor this carnival of claptrap.
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...must-watch for Bachchan fans.
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...not a particularly well-crafted film but none of that matters as Amitabh Bachchan makes it work.
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...lethally funny and cynical. It is so gaudy and profane that you can't say it isn't fun in its own exuberant way.
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...purely for Amitabh Bachchan fans. A standing ovation for Amitabh Bachchan for a towering performance yet again. This man is magical!
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...shows us that Bollywood is ready to encompass all genres. Kudos for the makers for this fine film.
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...a fine example of how the brightest and the boldest, when they pool in their talent, can create a film that is guaranteed to give you your money's worth, even as it re-writes all the moth-balled rules of an ageing industry.
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...genuinely different...
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...the urban, money-is-everything, foul-mouthed India has been captured with aplomb.
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Super fun.
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...one of the finest crime stories to come out of the Hindi film industry. Also, as a film, it lives up to the expectations that you may associate from a sequel of a smash hit. This one's bolder, more erotic and has a story that will astound and astonish you.
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Do watch it for its sheer brilliance!
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...a simple and heart-warming film that has something for everything.
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The songs have lyrics likening children to "jalebiyon ke tukde". What a wonderful, apt metaphor. The film's great too, don't miss!
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A bromance that has more style and heat than most rubbish romcoms.
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...starts on a promising note and keeps getting better every minute.
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...an exhilarating journey, an inspiring experience, a thought rather than a plot that glides with stunning smoothness and celerity.
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While entertaining her audiences throughout, the writer-director (Zoya Akhtar, Luck By Chance), with a firm voice of her own, still manages to keep things artistic, without its pretensions; a lot of times, even poetic...
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...over-the-top retro kitsch, spilling over with high-voltage stunts, slow-motion action cuts and fiery dialogues delivered in high decibels. It is meant for all those action buffs interested in time travel to the angry young 1970s and 1980s when cinema was larger-than-life and totally unrealistic.
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...an old-fashioned but rousing Hindi commercial film that pretty much restores one's faith in this often-maligned brand of cinema.
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A clean, fresh movie about growing up in 1980's India. Family, friendship and love (in that order) are the elements of this teen-capers flick.
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...shows how beautiful small can be, especially when the heart is in the right place and the mind is clued in.
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...right combination of sparkling intelligence and well-placed emotions.
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...communicates an engaging story with very relatable characters. It's a movie that is truly inspiring and thought-provoking...
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...there is so much that you carry away from the film that the flaws fade away from consideration.
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...a wonderful illustration of how the accurate approach to storytelling can levitate a film.
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...thought-provoking, compelling and forthright.
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...deserves a watch for its sheer brilliance in acting as well as storyline. It leaves behind questions that shake many rigid notions without getting preachy.
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It's Salman all the way...
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...yet another outstanding example of independent cinema.
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A brilliant film embellished with bravura performances.
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Topical and thought-provoking...
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...is quintessential independent cinema.
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...an audacious film...
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Dark. Disturbing. Distressing. Kudos to Anurag Kashyap for handling such a volatile subject with deadpan honesty.
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...it's director Anurag Kashyap who brings out the best in each character. He does it again proving such movies can be made with a low-budget.
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Bol is small word, but a big film with large heart.
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...a delectably wholesome, heartening, feel-good entertainer.
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...a classic action/crime thriller that doesn't let go, even for a moment. More importantly, the plot has been finely crafted, with every twist and turn falling into place like a complicated albeit neat little jigsaw.
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The film may be a finely crafted drama, yet it unfolds with thriller pace, keeping you on the edge of the seat till the very end. Enjoy the experience of a revised and re-mixed story, well told.
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...an engrossing story of vendetta and the execution of the material makes it stand out in the crowd.
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...draws you in at the very start, keeps you hooked throughout, and ends on a high. In other words, you have very little reason to miss the film.
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This film can't be missed.
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...a strong, serious story told with sensitivity and conviction. Welcome back, Mr. Kukunoor.
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...is some kind of crazy-great movie.
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Savour a beautiful experience. Watch Rockstar and wait for Imtiaz Ali's next from his compendium of love.
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Imtiaz deserves credit for trying his hand at something different from what the mainstream churns out every week. And for bringing back the one aspect sorely missing from Hindi films lately -- music.
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...a simple, unspectacular tale, sometimes even predictable, but director Imtiaz Ali masterfully weaves in details that draw us in.
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A film with a universal theme and terrific mass connect, it has remarkable potential to set the cash registers ringing for one more valid reason -- entertainment, entertainment and entertainment.
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...a seminal work that will be studied in feminist discourses.
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Watch The Dirty Picture for the gutsiest, most versatile actor we have today.
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Get ready for a force of nature performance in Vidya Balan.
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It's dirty and you'll love it. For its wit even if might seem a little over-written. For its nerve even if the after-taste is that of an under-cooked story. For Vidya Balan because she is entertainment!
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...a fitting tribute to the masterwork.
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Although it will not have a recall value like the old AGNEEPATH, this surely is a 'must one-time-watch'.
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Melodramatic, choir-inducing sentiment, ecstatic. Agneepath is that rare mainstream movie that is written well.
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Every component of Malhotra's jagged drama falls into place, with a resounding thump. Agneepath is brilliant in its brutality. It's a riveting and hectic homage to the spirit of the cinema in the 1970s when revenge reigned supreme. And content was King.
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This film may not have many takers (read audience) but whoever watches it will come out enlightened.
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...slick, breezy and pleasant fare...
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...is the sweetest heartbreak that Bollywood has conjured in a long, long time.
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...a delightful film that keeps getting better along the way, and ends fabulously.
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...you need to go and watch the film.
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A romcom that goes beyond being sweet and enjoyable or a perfect date film.
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...is definitely one of the best romantic comedies I’ve seen, and I’m not talking about just Indian ones.
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...among the best movies of recent times.
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Tigmanshu Dhulia does it again. After Saheb, Biwiw Aur Gangster, he once again comes out with a compelling film.
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...what makes this film unforgettable is Irrfan who is, in one word, magnificent.
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...unmissable.
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...works big time because Vidya Balan makes it come alive.
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An extremely quirky atmosphere is created by the camera, the narrative, the sound, the music and Vidya Balan. An experience that might seem incomplete if not watched on the big screen.
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Sly, gripping and taut, Kahaani is much too enjoyable to find flaws.
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...the result’s engrossing because of Ghosh’s accompished direction, excellent cinematography by Setu, and needless to add, yet another excellent performance by Ms Balan...
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The story totally grips you and leaves you at a dramatic high.
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Watch Kahaani to relish a suspense thriller with a fascinating story and a masterful performance by Vidya Balan.
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...a hi-octane espionage thriller with a heart.
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The cocktail is dynamite! There's the flamboyance of a James Bond in Agent Vinod and the careless fearlessness of a Nick Carter in his gait.
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...a bag of laughs with eye-candy - Akshay in linens, Jacqueline in minis - and some crackling performances.
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...has a story which weaves in and out of a subject that is taboo, that too in an enjoyable and entertaining manner.
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...an engaging film with tremendous appeal for the masses.
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Indian animation has come of age with Arnab Choudhury's Arjun - The Warrior Prince.
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Though Arjun’s animation is superb, this is not a film for children.
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...a truly enjoyable film, one that will make you happy about the movies once again.
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If you savor typical masaledaar fares, this one should be on your have-to-watch listing for certain.
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...has a storyline, unlike a few of the past Bollywood blockbusters that rode heavily on customized fight sequences. More importantly, Prabhu Deva has the pulse of the audience.
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If it makes you laugh, great. Because that’s the whole point.
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...undeniably one of the most politically astute films ever made.
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Banerjee's passion for film-making is now a given. Like Tigmanshu Dhulia, he has defined his own brand of cinema, one that will find its own audience.
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...a no-frills but searing political thriller that is under-wired with intelligence and nerve, both cinematic and ideological.
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...a riveting drama with a sledge hammer of a social message.
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Shanghai is all Dibakar, who we must lift on our shoulders with grateful pride.
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...is a dark earthy film; it’s a drama played over and over again in front of us in the 9 pm news, these are characters we are acquainted with.
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An immensely enjoyable thriller, helmed by a brilliant cast of actors and a master storyteller in Dibakar Banerjee.
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It is the heartland political thriller that several among the Bollywood lot have tried to make lately but didn't quite have the guts to.
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With not a single dull moment and every department in fine form, this is tour de force filmmaking. Simply one of the best and bravest films you will see this year.
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...brings to fore the immense originality of thought and perspective of the director, who in one sweep, gives us a political thriller, a snarky comment on our contemporary times yet informing it with the argument of the complexity of our times.
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It is the best Hindi film I’ve seen this year.
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What tosses in its favour is the uniqueness of the concept...
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...is worth a watch in the theaters, just for the love with which it is put together and the warmth with which you come out.
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...is relentless in its ability to entertain, and that’s possible purely because of highly accomplished film-making. A new template for the Indian blockbuster.
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...a sprawling, exuberant, ferociously ambitious piece of film making, which hits most of its marks.
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...is a 52-minute non-stop ride that leaves you with a smile plastered across your face. Don’t miss it for anything.
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...hilarious, moving, delightful and inspiring.
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Rarely have I seen such a joyous celebration of the madness cinema is.
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A startingly original film with entertaining conversations and settings.
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...a dhamaal entertainer...
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...yet another gem that Hindi film industry can be proud of. A definite watch for people of all age groups.
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...a simple, sweet yet effective offering.
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...a small film with a big heart.
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...an Anurag Kashyap show all through and without an iota of doubt, can easily be listed as one amongst his paramount works. An engaging movie with several bravura moments.
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...it's revenge on a platter - served cold (heartedly) and definitely worth a 'second' helping.
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...fast-paced, exhilarating blood fest.
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The sequel gets to the point infinitely quicker than Gangs Of Wasseypur did – it is free from the information overload that weighed down the initial 30 minutes of the first part.
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...can only be seen as a smarter, better crafted extension of GOW rather than a sequel.
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Rarely, if ever, as in this epic, has Hindi cinema transported you to a world that is real and surreal at the same time.
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...is akin to a whiff of fresh air. Its foremost triumph is that it leaves you with a powerful emotion: Happiness!
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If I was so delighted by Barfi, why not five stars? Because it’s very good and that’s saying a helluva lot. So go ahead make your matinee.
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...an emotionally stirring yet joyous ride that will make you fall in love with love and life.
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Every once in a while, along comes a movie that urges us to look beyond its trappings. To lose ourselves in the lives of its characters, and the simple, but powerful, emotions that touch their lives.
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...is that rare film that can make you smile and make you cry in the same scene.
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I was trying to think of another film that’s so sad that made me feel so happy watching it. I still haven’t come up with a name.
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...is warm, tender, spirited and really funny –a truly delightful film.
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Subtle, delightful, sensitive and thoughtful with some wonderful performances.
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It is funny without being irreverent, charming without being superficial, and when the time comes, incredibly moving without being melodramatic.
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...a wonderfully irreverent, courageous and life-affirming film...
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...a remarkable motion picture. It's amusing, emotional, heartrending and also insightful. An inspiring film with an overwhelming message.
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Easily one of the best films on 2012;is tale of women empowerment actually it is bound to empower every viewer because it strikes a chord, right from the start to the end titles.
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You may find cliches along the way, yet English Vinglish is among the most refreshingly novel films made in recent times.
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Go watch English Vinglish, and take your mothers along.
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Gauri Shinde has come up with a gem in her directorial debut. The story is very modern, yet archaic; sober, yet hard-hitting. And adding punch with lots of pizzaz to the entire duration of the film is Sridevi.
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Wrought with great intellectual and technical finesse, this film is pure poetry in motion
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...deserves a 21-gun salute. It has a heart and it doesn’t hesitate in letting it show.
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For choosing a crackling idea, for executing it with panache and for taking Indian cinema to the next level, I doff my hat to you, Mr. S.S. Rajamouli.
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For cinema to accommodate history, there must be a sense of balance between drama and authenticity. Chittagong manages that balance quite well.
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...certainly isn't a drab and dreary history lesson. It manages to be a gripping human drama without being either a sweeping Hollywood-style adventure or a Bollywood-inflected patriotic saga cranked up to a defeaning pitch for easy consumption.
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Makkhi, to sum it up, is a perfect example of the wonders a human brain can do if you just let it wander out of the box. It is a film which deserves to be seen by one and all.
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Director S S Rajamouli and Kotagiri Venkateshwar Rao, who handled the editing and camera work, and the entire team deserves thundering applause.
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Make sure you don’t miss it; it’s the most fun you’ll have had at the cinema in a long time!
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...a mad roller coaster ride that's worth taking.
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...is amongst Karan Johar's most accomplished works.
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It's a funny way of highlighting a serious issue!
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...for lovers of hardcore masala movies. If you liked Wanted, Dabangg and Rowdy Rathore, chances are you will relish Son Of Sardaar as well.
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It is the best romantic film made in this generation.
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...resonates an oft-repeated fact: Love stories will come and go. But no one will make them like Yash Chopra.
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Yash Chopra had mentioned that this would be the last film he would direct. He has left a lasting impression with this one.
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...engrossing and entertaining. A murder mystery at its best.
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It’s rare to see a layered film. It’s rare to see a film where everything falls into place. It’s rarer still where actors leave their stardom behind and behave like normal people, have normal conversations, have normal reactions, normal emotions.
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...a stirring, unsettling tale that needs not just to be watched, but to be experienced.
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It's brave for a first-time director to follow his heart and venture with a subject that is so 'now', so needed, but so neglected.
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...doesn’t have an ounce of the commercial thrills and spills that entertain the 100-crore masses. But it does have an undeniable dramatic punch. It is one of the best stories you’ll every watch on celluloid.
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Dark, bleak, morbid and absurd, it is a Shakespearean tragedy and a Vishal Bhardwaj film through and through; and a fantastic one at that.
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...has Salman Khan, Salman Khan and Salman Khan + Entertainment, Entertainment and Entertainment in large doses.
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All in all, this is one entertainer. Don't go looking for flaws, just enjoy, Dabangg style.
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As good an adaption as it could be, even if it loses pace every once in a while, the other elements keep it going.
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With scintillating performances by almost all the actors and music which can give you goosebumps, Vishal Bhadwaj has literally created magic on screen.
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For trying something new even with every literary adaptation, this one is certainly worth watching over and over again.
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...book your tickets for this thriller that will have you hooked from Frame No 1. The end is so stunning that it will have you stand up and applaud as the credits roll.
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And no matter the slight niggles: this is a film that goes far out on a limb, and gives us both bedlam and nuances, enough to warrant repeated viewings. And more than enough to love.
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Vishal Bhardwaj gives us a film that's enjoyable and relevant in equal measure.
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If you are a film lover and love the nuances of film-making, then Bandook is definitely a creative treat; both visually as well as content-wise.
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...an immensely effective reimagination of Shakespeare—and the film’s biggest triumph is that the provincial, in this case Kashmir and the characters defined by its reality, shine in a universal and timeless tragedy.
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Watching Vishal Bharadwaj's Haider is like watching a classical concert on stage with 'live' musicians.
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...devastatingly beautiful...
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A 'now' story, lovingly told!
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...superb, witty, violent, tragic - magic.
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The sharply-drawn characters, the terrifying insight into the psyche of terrorism and the sumptuous mounting and packaging add up to a movie that is quite easily one of the finest adventure sagas in recent times.
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...trust producer-director-actor Kamal Haasan to serve up the good old filmic formula in a well-mounted cinematic package that lends the largely predictable material an impressive veneer.
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Watch in theater, not for cinematic brilliance but for a story well told.
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...an intelligently woven, slick and smart period thriller with its subject matter as its USP.
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...is an unpretentious intelligent cinema that has potential to make a lasting impact.