Genre: Action/Comedy
Film Certification: 12
Don't even bother to watch this piece of crap. Good plot and cast but utterly wasted by pathetic direction. I am wondering whether Akshay has gone nuts to act in such sloppy roles. One of the worst movies I have ever known.
My rating: 3.5/10 (Less than 6 - Avoid, 6 or above - OK types, 8 to 9 - Worth watching once, 9 and above- Must watch)
Sunday 28 June 2009
Friday 26 June 2009
Michael Jackon - You will be missed
Love it or hate it but you just can't deny the fact that MJ really is the king of the pop. Pop music industry revelated a new singing sensation in 1980s with Michael Jackson. MJ mesmerised millions with his songs and amazing dance moves.
Being a dance enthusiatic myself, I used to buy videos of MJ just to practice MJ moves during my college days. He was also one of the biggest inspirations for my interest in dance. There are way too many songs from MJ which speak for themselves. Leaving aside his personal life, he really is an eternal king of pop. He truly lived life like a king but passed away in debts. His debts are estimated to be around $400 million. I wish he could have performed in the concerts in July after a decade gap which could have pulled him out of everything. The whole world was looking forward for his concerts in July. Whatever be it, his demise is a big loss to the music industry.
MJ, You will really be missed!!.
Being a dance enthusiatic myself, I used to buy videos of MJ just to practice MJ moves during my college days. He was also one of the biggest inspirations for my interest in dance. There are way too many songs from MJ which speak for themselves. Leaving aside his personal life, he really is an eternal king of pop. He truly lived life like a king but passed away in debts. His debts are estimated to be around $400 million. I wish he could have performed in the concerts in July after a decade gap which could have pulled him out of everything. The whole world was looking forward for his concerts in July. Whatever be it, his demise is a big loss to the music industry.
MJ, You will really be missed!!.
Notting Hill
Genre: Romance
Film certification: 12
Bookshop owner William Thacker's world begins to turn upside down after the world's most famous actress, Anna Scott (Julia Roberts), visits his store. A few minutes later, Will knocks into Anna on the street and spills his orange juice over her. He offers her his place to change, and hence starts a tense courtship between an everyday man and the woman every man dreams of.
I didn't like the movie much as I don't like Julia roberts. Even otherwise I felt that the movie is very average and british, except for the sound tracks used (Ain't no sunshine and When you say nothing at all).
My rating: 6.75/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: 12
Bookshop owner William Thacker's world begins to turn upside down after the world's most famous actress, Anna Scott (Julia Roberts), visits his store. A few minutes later, Will knocks into Anna on the street and spills his orange juice over her. He offers her his place to change, and hence starts a tense courtship between an everyday man and the woman every man dreams of.
I didn't like the movie much as I don't like Julia roberts. Even otherwise I felt that the movie is very average and british, except for the sound tracks used (Ain't no sunshine and When you say nothing at all).
My rating: 6.75/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Italian job
Genre: Action/Crime
Film certification: 12
The plan was flawless. The job was executed perfectly. The escape was clean. The only threat mastermind thief never saw coming was from a member of his own crew. After pulling off an amazing gold bullion heist from a heavily guarded palazzo in Venice, Italy, Mark Wahlberg and his gang (Edward Norton, a computer genius, wheelman Jason Statham, explosives expert Mos Def and veteran safecracker Donald Sutherland) can't believe it when one of them turns out to be a double-crosser. Now the job isn't about the payoff, it's about payback!
The Italian Job features the ever-popular MINI in state-of-the-art chase scenes down Hollywood's Walk of Fame, through the Metro Rail tunnels and down narrow escape routes only MINI can go. Full of twists, turns and exciting stunts with armored cars, motorcycles and helicopters, this action-packed thrill-ride takes audiences on wild curves they'll never see coming.
My rating: 9/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: 12
The plan was flawless. The job was executed perfectly. The escape was clean. The only threat mastermind thief never saw coming was from a member of his own crew. After pulling off an amazing gold bullion heist from a heavily guarded palazzo in Venice, Italy, Mark Wahlberg and his gang (Edward Norton, a computer genius, wheelman Jason Statham, explosives expert Mos Def and veteran safecracker Donald Sutherland) can't believe it when one of them turns out to be a double-crosser. Now the job isn't about the payoff, it's about payback!
The Italian Job features the ever-popular MINI in state-of-the-art chase scenes down Hollywood's Walk of Fame, through the Metro Rail tunnels and down narrow escape routes only MINI can go. Full of twists, turns and exciting stunts with armored cars, motorcycles and helicopters, this action-packed thrill-ride takes audiences on wild curves they'll never see coming.
My rating: 9/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Catch me if you can
Genre: Drama
Film certification: 12
'Catch me if you can' is a Steven speilberg's movie starring Leonardo Di Capri as Frank William Abagnale, Jr. and Tom hanks as a FBI agent. Leonardo Di Capri pulls a con at a bank with teller Lucy (Elizabeth Banks). It turns out that Frank never went to any of the schools that many of his professions required.Let the cat and mouse chase begin.
The movie will make your jaws drop with the level of forgery with which one exploit the bank loopholes.
My rating: 8.5/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: 12
'Catch me if you can' is a Steven speilberg's movie starring Leonardo Di Capri as Frank William Abagnale, Jr. and Tom hanks as a FBI agent. Leonardo Di Capri pulls a con at a bank with teller Lucy (Elizabeth Banks). It turns out that Frank never went to any of the schools that many of his professions required.Let the cat and mouse chase begin.
The movie will make your jaws drop with the level of forgery with which one exploit the bank loopholes.
My rating: 8.5/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Wednesday 24 June 2009
Ready
Genre: Comedy/Romance/Action
Film certification: U
Ready is a Telugu movie released in 2008 and stars Ram and Genelia with guest appearance of Tamanna. The movie goes in all directions and keeps you guessing till the intermission and becomes a routine masala movie in the second half. Brahmanandam comedy and expressions are worth a mention :). Though the movie is almost 3hours long, you will not get bored anywhere and that sums it up all.
Ending is way too dramatic even for a commercial movie!!.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: U
Ready is a Telugu movie released in 2008 and stars Ram and Genelia with guest appearance of Tamanna. The movie goes in all directions and keeps you guessing till the intermission and becomes a routine masala movie in the second half. Brahmanandam comedy and expressions are worth a mention :). Though the movie is almost 3hours long, you will not get bored anywhere and that sums it up all.
Ending is way too dramatic even for a commercial movie!!.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Deep Impact
Genre: Action/Sci Fi/Thriller
Film certification: PG
Two teenage astronomy club members alert astronomer Dr. Marcus Wolf to their sighting of an unusual comet. After Wolf realizes the comet will hit Earth he attempts to alert his colleagues, but he dies in a car accident after leaving the observatory. One year later, a reporter for MSNBC in Washington, DC, Jenny Lerner (Leoni), discovers that the government was hiding its knowledge about the comet, which the government had classified as an "E.L.E", an acronym for an extinction-level event.
This movie will drive you bonkers with the screenplay and the technically sound details of the comet and its impacts etc and the way the comet impact is shown visually. The emotional touch to the film makes it even more interesting. Amazing sci fiction movie I have seen in a long time.
My rating: 8.75/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: PG
Two teenage astronomy club members alert astronomer Dr. Marcus Wolf to their sighting of an unusual comet. After Wolf realizes the comet will hit Earth he attempts to alert his colleagues, but he dies in a car accident after leaving the observatory. One year later, a reporter for MSNBC in Washington, DC, Jenny Lerner (Leoni), discovers that the government was hiding its knowledge about the comet, which the government had classified as an "E.L.E", an acronym for an extinction-level event.
This movie will drive you bonkers with the screenplay and the technically sound details of the comet and its impacts etc and the way the comet impact is shown visually. The emotional touch to the film makes it even more interesting. Amazing sci fiction movie I have seen in a long time.
My rating: 8.75/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Tuesday 23 June 2009
Along came Polly
Genre: Comedy/Romance
Film certification: 15
Along came Polly is a romantic comedy movie starring Ben Stiller and Jennifer Aniston. This light hearted adult comedy is a good entertainer. I did not realise when the movie started and when the movie ended as I got so engrossed in this movie.
Ben Stiller and Jennifer Aniston are two people who are poles apart in their lifestyle and what will happen when they meet? Some fun, lots of hungama and goof ups. Though this is an old movie, it is still worth a watch anytime.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: 15
Along came Polly is a romantic comedy movie starring Ben Stiller and Jennifer Aniston. This light hearted adult comedy is a good entertainer. I did not realise when the movie started and when the movie ended as I got so engrossed in this movie.
Ben Stiller and Jennifer Aniston are two people who are poles apart in their lifestyle and what will happen when they meet? Some fun, lots of hungama and goof ups. Though this is an old movie, it is still worth a watch anytime.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Anaconda -4 (Trail of Blood)
Genre: Action/Thriller/Horror
Film certification: 15
Anaconda -Part 4 is a dumb movie in the Anaconda series for sure. This movie is no where near the Anaconda part 1 and 2 in terms of the thrilling, graphics, locations and scary factor. Graphics, story and location selection etc looks totally amateurish. Don't bother to watch this one as you will start yawning within minutes after the movie start.
My rating: 5/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: 15
Anaconda -Part 4 is a dumb movie in the Anaconda series for sure. This movie is no where near the Anaconda part 1 and 2 in terms of the thrilling, graphics, locations and scary factor. Graphics, story and location selection etc looks totally amateurish. Don't bother to watch this one as you will start yawning within minutes after the movie start.
My rating: 5/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Transformers- Revenge of the fallen
Genre: Action/Sci Fi
Film certification: 15
Transformers -Revenge of the fallen is the sequel to 'Transformers' . Transformers 2 is fast paced high octane action movie with wonderful special effects and graphics (don't know whether it is CGI or whatever). The promos was astounding but is the movie amazing too? Well, not really.
Movie is good technically for its amazing special effects and complex graphics brilliantly done with shown so much of detail but somewhere I felt Transformer-part 1 was much better. Transformers-2 is more of machines whereas Transformers 1 has lot of human factor along with machines. Overall the movie is worth watching once for sure.
My rating: 8.25/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: 15
Transformers -Revenge of the fallen is the sequel to 'Transformers' . Transformers 2 is fast paced high octane action movie with wonderful special effects and graphics (don't know whether it is CGI or whatever). The promos was astounding but is the movie amazing too? Well, not really.
Movie is good technically for its amazing special effects and complex graphics brilliantly done with shown so much of detail but somewhere I felt Transformer-part 1 was much better. Transformers-2 is more of machines whereas Transformers 1 has lot of human factor along with machines. Overall the movie is worth watching once for sure.
My rating: 8.25/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Monday 22 June 2009
Up
Genre: Animation/Comedy
Film certification: U
Amazing. Truly Beautiful. Once again Pixar studios has proved that they are the best in the animation movies with 'Up'. In this "coming of old age" story, a seventy-something hero, alongside his clueless wilderness ranger sidekick, travels the globe, fighting beasts and villains to fulfill the promise he once did to his wife.
Excellent job by the animation team in showing the emotions in the characters so well. Good voices to the characters. Big credit should go to the music maestro 'Micheal Giachinno' for his beautiful music in the movie. The theme music in different instruments in background in most of the movie is beautifully composed. 'Stuff we did' is one of the soundtrack which is a must listen and I have fallen in love with this track. Youtube is filled with own music covers of the video by various enthusiasts. The music will make you sadder or happier in some of the scenes for sure coz its wonderfully composed. The south american falls and jungle areas shown in the movie exists for real. Pixar guys visited this place in Venezula in South america and did sketches and animation based on the real movie. I did watch the clips of the actual place on youtube and the place is breath taking and the whole place seems like a different planet on Earth.
Don't miss this movie.
My rating: 8.75/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: U
Amazing. Truly Beautiful. Once again Pixar studios has proved that they are the best in the animation movies with 'Up'. In this "coming of old age" story, a seventy-something hero, alongside his clueless wilderness ranger sidekick, travels the globe, fighting beasts and villains to fulfill the promise he once did to his wife.
Excellent job by the animation team in showing the emotions in the characters so well. Good voices to the characters. Big credit should go to the music maestro 'Micheal Giachinno' for his beautiful music in the movie. The theme music in different instruments in background in most of the movie is beautifully composed. 'Stuff we did' is one of the soundtrack which is a must listen and I have fallen in love with this track. Youtube is filled with own music covers of the video by various enthusiasts. The music will make you sadder or happier in some of the scenes for sure coz its wonderfully composed. The south american falls and jungle areas shown in the movie exists for real. Pixar guys visited this place in Venezula in South america and did sketches and animation based on the real movie. I did watch the clips of the actual place on youtube and the place is breath taking and the whole place seems like a different planet on Earth.
Don't miss this movie.
My rating: 8.75/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Neninthe
Genre: Action/Drama
Film certification: 15
Neninthe is a new telugu movie from the acclaimed director Puri Jaganath who has given wonderful movies like 'Amma nana o tamil ammayi'.'Super' etc. I love Puri jaganath movies for his creative direction and presentation of close to real life characters/stories.
The protagonist Ravi Teja has given a polished performance in this movie. The movie is almost close to real life cinema industry and portrays Ravi Teja as a person who is struggling to become a director. It is a good plot but is it entertaining? The movie gets boring after sometime.
My rating: 7.5/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: 15
Neninthe is a new telugu movie from the acclaimed director Puri Jaganath who has given wonderful movies like 'Amma nana o tamil ammayi'.'Super' etc. I love Puri jaganath movies for his creative direction and presentation of close to real life characters/stories.
The protagonist Ravi Teja has given a polished performance in this movie. The movie is almost close to real life cinema industry and portrays Ravi Teja as a person who is struggling to become a director. It is a good plot but is it entertaining? The movie gets boring after sometime.
My rating: 7.5/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
13B
Genre: Mystery/Thriller/Horror
Film certification: 15
13B is a new thriller/horror genre movie starring Madhavan. Madhavan and his family moves to a new flat with number '13B' and all goes fine from outsider point of view until Madhavan realizes that there is a supernatural force taking control of their lives? What is it and is the mystery behind the house is the rest of the story.
The whole movie looked like a serial shot in one single apartment. Must be a really low budget movie for sure :). Is the movie worth watching? May be not.
My rating: 7/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: 15
13B is a new thriller/horror genre movie starring Madhavan. Madhavan and his family moves to a new flat with number '13B' and all goes fine from outsider point of view until Madhavan realizes that there is a supernatural force taking control of their lives? What is it and is the mystery behind the house is the rest of the story.
The whole movie looked like a serial shot in one single apartment. Must be a really low budget movie for sure :). Is the movie worth watching? May be not.
My rating: 7/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Thursday 18 June 2009
Yamadonga
Genre: Fantasy/Comedy
Film certification: PG
Yama donga is a recent Telugu movie starring Junior NTR, Priyamani and Mamta Mohandas.
This one is a fantasy movie about the hero who goes to hell due to early death and gets to know the secret on his early death and what happens after that? Does he come back to earth alive or what happens after that is the rest of the story..
Amateurish direction and special effects. Only thing which entertains in the movie are the scenes in which Mamta mohandas appears.:) You can watch this movie if you have lots of free time and can manage silly direction.
My rating: 6/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: PG
Yama donga is a recent Telugu movie starring Junior NTR, Priyamani and Mamta Mohandas.
This one is a fantasy movie about the hero who goes to hell due to early death and gets to know the secret on his early death and what happens after that? Does he come back to earth alive or what happens after that is the rest of the story..
Amateurish direction and special effects. Only thing which entertains in the movie are the scenes in which Mamta mohandas appears.:) You can watch this movie if you have lots of free time and can manage silly direction.
My rating: 6/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Tuesday 16 June 2009
My trip to India in May '09
After spending more than year abroad away from family and friends in homeland, anybody would be excited to visit the home country. So was I. From the time I booked my flight tickets, I was literally counting my days to fly back to India.
With the crammed leg space, TV panel with faulty touch screen and no volume, I had a terrible flight journey from London Heathrow to Bangalore through King Fisher Airlines which was supposed to be a 5 star flight experience. I was pleasantly surprised when I was greeted with a bouquet from my family members who had come to receive me in the BIAL airport. My mom gave a kiss on my hand and she was almost in tears to see me after 14 months.
The moment I opened my baggage, my nephew Sunil who is a 2years old cutie pie was all excited to watch a checkin bag full of toys. He was jumping around in excitement and happiness with the toys and tent I had brought for him from UK. Feels so great when you bring joy in other's faces. doesn't it?
Day 1 in India, I was like 'What the hell? Where have all the trees in bangalore gone?' at the first sight of shock in store in Bangalore. Drastic change in last 1 year mate. I did have some problems in the initial few days while crossing the roads as I had got used to the UK roads where vehicles stop for pedestrians to cross even when it is not a red signal.
With the mercury levels touching 39C, I was having a tough time in the initial couple of days in Bangalore to get adjusted to the peak Indian summer. I fell sick coz of the climate change, food change and lots of travel. Got stomach upsets and had become too weak and it took me almost 1.5 weeks to become normal. Whatever be it, I was back in India and the very feeling of it makes you feel so good.
I met my granny and 2 months old nephew of mine in my native in Tamilnadu. Itz amazing to play with kids and pamper them. It felt so good to visit my home in my native and the best part was the big swing in the house which my mom had bought for me. I love playing in the swings!!!. I wanted to take my family members out on a trip to Kodaikanal or Ooty for 3 to 4 days as it will be good break from routine and escape from the summer for all. It started with the 4 day plan to Ooty and Kerala which got dropped. All I managed in the first week of May, was a fun filled trip with my family members to Hogenakkal (Famous falls in Tamilnadu). I did have a ball of time in Hogenakkal to visit the falls, take a boat ride and taste the yummy fish fries there.
Unfortunately I had to work from my company's Bangalore office, during the whole of the second week of my India trip . I hated every bit of it to work during vacation. All I wanted was to catch up with friends, hang out, eat out, freak out and spend time with family. IPL2 coincided with my trip and it was fun time to watch cricket with family and friends. Though I could not meet most of my friends during my India trip, it was good to catch up with atleast few of them after such a long time.
3rd week of my trip was fun filled one as I took my family members, bro's family, sis family to Ooty for 3 days. We had gone to 'Black Thunder' (Theme park near Ooty) on the day one was it was so much fun. I hated the strong chlorine water in Black thunder to the core as I got tanned properly. Cottage we had booked in Ooty was so good, homely and so spacious which made things we more exciting for us. We were all literally shivering coz of the low temperature in Ooty and we needed 2 layers of blanket/rug while sleeping as even the room heaters didn't help much. I still miss the fresh carrots, famous rusks of Ooty and yummy mushroom fries I had in Ooty. Everyone of us had a blast in Ooty and Cunoor.
Well I hated the where I had to return back to UK. Well who doesn't? I was not ready to sleep in the last couple of nights. I was roaming around the whole of last few days as I wanted to enjoy every bit of my trip.
Met and freaked out with my friends. Had ball of time with family and friends. Misunderstandings with some people. Amazing trip to Hogenakkal and Ooty. Awesome home food and sweets. Few movies. Lots of travel. Gifts to family. Peak Summer time. 5 days office work in between vacation. Stomach upsets due to food infection. Dine outs. Multiple layers of tan coz of Black thunder chlorine water and freaking out in summer. What not? It was a great and memorable trip overall.
Well, you have no idea how much I was praying that I should atleast land after noticing the worst turbulence of my life at 40000 ft in the air, just an hour before scheduled landing in London Heathrow airport. Luckily the turbulence stopped after 5 to 6 minutes. I was so relieved to land safely in one piece!!. I still wish that my India trip should have been longer and never ended :-)
With the crammed leg space, TV panel with faulty touch screen and no volume, I had a terrible flight journey from London Heathrow to Bangalore through King Fisher Airlines which was supposed to be a 5 star flight experience. I was pleasantly surprised when I was greeted with a bouquet from my family members who had come to receive me in the BIAL airport. My mom gave a kiss on my hand and she was almost in tears to see me after 14 months.
The moment I opened my baggage, my nephew Sunil who is a 2years old cutie pie was all excited to watch a checkin bag full of toys. He was jumping around in excitement and happiness with the toys and tent I had brought for him from UK. Feels so great when you bring joy in other's faces. doesn't it?
Day 1 in India, I was like 'What the hell? Where have all the trees in bangalore gone?' at the first sight of shock in store in Bangalore. Drastic change in last 1 year mate. I did have some problems in the initial few days while crossing the roads as I had got used to the UK roads where vehicles stop for pedestrians to cross even when it is not a red signal.
With the mercury levels touching 39C, I was having a tough time in the initial couple of days in Bangalore to get adjusted to the peak Indian summer. I fell sick coz of the climate change, food change and lots of travel. Got stomach upsets and had become too weak and it took me almost 1.5 weeks to become normal. Whatever be it, I was back in India and the very feeling of it makes you feel so good.
I met my granny and 2 months old nephew of mine in my native in Tamilnadu. Itz amazing to play with kids and pamper them. It felt so good to visit my home in my native and the best part was the big swing in the house which my mom had bought for me. I love playing in the swings!!!. I wanted to take my family members out on a trip to Kodaikanal or Ooty for 3 to 4 days as it will be good break from routine and escape from the summer for all. It started with the 4 day plan to Ooty and Kerala which got dropped. All I managed in the first week of May, was a fun filled trip with my family members to Hogenakkal (Famous falls in Tamilnadu). I did have a ball of time in Hogenakkal to visit the falls, take a boat ride and taste the yummy fish fries there.
Unfortunately I had to work from my company's Bangalore office, during the whole of the second week of my India trip . I hated every bit of it to work during vacation. All I wanted was to catch up with friends, hang out, eat out, freak out and spend time with family. IPL2 coincided with my trip and it was fun time to watch cricket with family and friends. Though I could not meet most of my friends during my India trip, it was good to catch up with atleast few of them after such a long time.
3rd week of my trip was fun filled one as I took my family members, bro's family, sis family to Ooty for 3 days. We had gone to 'Black Thunder' (Theme park near Ooty) on the day one was it was so much fun. I hated the strong chlorine water in Black thunder to the core as I got tanned properly. Cottage we had booked in Ooty was so good, homely and so spacious which made things we more exciting for us. We were all literally shivering coz of the low temperature in Ooty and we needed 2 layers of blanket/rug while sleeping as even the room heaters didn't help much. I still miss the fresh carrots, famous rusks of Ooty and yummy mushroom fries I had in Ooty. Everyone of us had a blast in Ooty and Cunoor.
Well I hated the where I had to return back to UK. Well who doesn't? I was not ready to sleep in the last couple of nights. I was roaming around the whole of last few days as I wanted to enjoy every bit of my trip.
Met and freaked out with my friends. Had ball of time with family and friends. Misunderstandings with some people. Amazing trip to Hogenakkal and Ooty. Awesome home food and sweets. Few movies. Lots of travel. Gifts to family. Peak Summer time. 5 days office work in between vacation. Stomach upsets due to food infection. Dine outs. Multiple layers of tan coz of Black thunder chlorine water and freaking out in summer. What not? It was a great and memorable trip overall.
Well, you have no idea how much I was praying that I should atleast land after noticing the worst turbulence of my life at 40000 ft in the air, just an hour before scheduled landing in London Heathrow airport. Luckily the turbulence stopped after 5 to 6 minutes. I was so relieved to land safely in one piece!!. I still wish that my India trip should have been longer and never ended :-)
Dragonball Evolution
Genre: Fantasy/Action
Film certification: PG
The movie looks like a typical chinese fantasy action movies with super powers but doesn't match the best of that category. The movie is about how a teenage young boy saves the fate of the world from hands of the evil by using the skills taught by this grandpa.
Just an ordinary movie.
My rating: 6.75/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: PG
The movie looks like a typical chinese fantasy action movies with super powers but doesn't match the best of that category. The movie is about how a teenage young boy saves the fate of the world from hands of the evil by using the skills taught by this grandpa.
Just an ordinary movie.
My rating: 6.75/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Kick
Genre: Comedy/Action
Film certification: PG
Kick is a new telugu film starring Ravi Teja, Shyam and the Goan actress 'Illeana'. The opening scene is just amazing :-)))) !!!!. Don't ask me what the opening scene is! Just watch for yourself and you will know the reason for such a big smiley and exclamation.
As usual Ravi Teja has entertained us with his casual acting after 'Idiot' movie. Illeana looks so hot. A masala movie which is crazy but worth watching.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: PG
Kick is a new telugu film starring Ravi Teja, Shyam and the Goan actress 'Illeana'. The opening scene is just amazing :-)))) !!!!. Don't ask me what the opening scene is! Just watch for yourself and you will know the reason for such a big smiley and exclamation.
As usual Ravi Teja has entertained us with his casual acting after 'Idiot' movie. Illeana looks so hot. A masala movie which is crazy but worth watching.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
King
Genre: Drama/Comedy
Film certification: PG
King is a new telugu film starring Nagarjun and Trisha. This is a typical commerical film with lots of comedy and masala overdose and still manages to entertains you for 3 full hours.
The later half has copy of 'Chandramukhi' scenes intended for fun but doesn't make you laugh. 'Choopu chalu o manmadhuda' song is really nice but its damn funny to watch Nagarjuna do the funny dance steps in that song.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: PG
King is a new telugu film starring Nagarjun and Trisha. This is a typical commerical film with lots of comedy and masala overdose and still manages to entertains you for 3 full hours.
The later half has copy of 'Chandramukhi' scenes intended for fun but doesn't make you laugh. 'Choopu chalu o manmadhuda' song is really nice but its damn funny to watch Nagarjuna do the funny dance steps in that song.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Hannah Montona movie
Genre: Musical/Comedy
Film certification: PG
As Hannah Montana's popularity begins to take over her life, Miley Stewart (Miley Ray Cyrus), on the urging form her father (Billy Ray Cyrus) taken a trip to her hometown to get some perspective on what matters in life the most.
This film is refreshing, fun and filled with good musical numbers.
My rating: 7.5/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: PG
As Hannah Montana's popularity begins to take over her life, Miley Stewart (Miley Ray Cyrus), on the urging form her father (Billy Ray Cyrus) taken a trip to her hometown to get some perspective on what matters in life the most.
This film is refreshing, fun and filled with good musical numbers.
My rating: 7.5/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
A Walk to remember
Genre: Drama/Romance
Film certification: PG
Amazing love story of a teenage couple which is so touching. Notorious and hot headed hero lands up with a simple and no fashion sense girl whom he never used to notice from his school days. Without realising, the protagonist falls for the heroine. His love only increases by fold when he gets know to that the heroine is gonna leave everyone forever soon.
The story may be so predictable, but the screenplay and the acting is so good and the ending will leave you in tears. When the movie ended, my eyes were moist and I felt a heavy feeling in my heart.
My rating: 9/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: PG
Amazing love story of a teenage couple which is so touching. Notorious and hot headed hero lands up with a simple and no fashion sense girl whom he never used to notice from his school days. Without realising, the protagonist falls for the heroine. His love only increases by fold when he gets know to that the heroine is gonna leave everyone forever soon.
The story may be so predictable, but the screenplay and the acting is so good and the ending will leave you in tears. When the movie ended, my eyes were moist and I felt a heavy feeling in my heart.
My rating: 9/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
The Notebook
Genre: Romance/Drama
Film Certification: 12
The Notebook is an epic love story centered around an older man who reads aloud to an older, invalid woman whom he regularly visits. From a faded notebook, the old man's words bring to life the story about a couple who is separated by World War II, and is then passionately reunited, seven years later, after they have taken different paths. Though her memory has faded, his words give her the chance to relive her turbulent youth and the unforgettable love they shared.
Romance and love between the hero and heroine is so touching and beautifully shown. Amazing chemisty between the two. The ending will leave you with a heavy feeling but in a good way.
My rating: 9.5/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Looking for Eric
Genre: Drama/Comedy
Film certification: PG
I ended up watching this movie in theatre my mistaking it for a football based sports movie. I just couldn't tolerate this horrible piece of crap. My advice for anyone who wants to watch this movie is 'Please don't bother and don't waste your time'.
My rating: 3/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: PG
I ended up watching this movie in theatre my mistaking it for a football based sports movie. I just couldn't tolerate this horrible piece of crap. My advice for anyone who wants to watch this movie is 'Please don't bother and don't waste your time'.
My rating: 3/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Red Cliff
Genre: Action/History
Film certification: 12
From the acclaimed director of MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE II, FACE/OFF and THE KILLERS, comes a dazzling, visionary epic based on the legendary Battle of Red Cliff, in which a force of fifty thousand defeated an army of nearly one million.
I absolutely love the John Woo movies for the stunts and art direction. This movie is a hard core action movie and portrays the beautiful Red cliff and surrounding serene mountain areas. Still the movie bores you after sometime as the plot and story are not so gripping. If you are a fan of chinese action movies/period war movies then this one is for you.
My rating: 7.75/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: 12
From the acclaimed director of MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE II, FACE/OFF and THE KILLERS, comes a dazzling, visionary epic based on the legendary Battle of Red Cliff, in which a force of fifty thousand defeated an army of nearly one million.
I absolutely love the John Woo movies for the stunts and art direction. This movie is a hard core action movie and portrays the beautiful Red cliff and surrounding serene mountain areas. Still the movie bores you after sometime as the plot and story are not so gripping. If you are a fan of chinese action movies/period war movies then this one is for you.
My rating: 7.75/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Hangover
Genre: Comedy
Film certification: 15
Wicked and hilarious are the two words for this comedy movie 'Hangover'. It is not the best comedy movies but will make you laugh at times for sure.
Two days before his wedding, Doug and his three friends drive to Las Vegas for a blow-out bachelor party they'll never forget. But, in fact, when the three groomsmen wake up the next morning, they can't remember a thing. For some reason, they find a tiger in the bathroom and a baby in the closet. The one thing they can't find is Doug. What happens next is the story?
Please don't miss the credits of the movie coz you are gonna love it for sure.
The songs used in the movie 'Live your life' by Rihanna, 'Right round' by Flo rida and 'Can't tell you nothing' by Kayne west are so cool and well suited.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: 15
Wicked and hilarious are the two words for this comedy movie 'Hangover'. It is not the best comedy movies but will make you laugh at times for sure.
Two days before his wedding, Doug and his three friends drive to Las Vegas for a blow-out bachelor party they'll never forget. But, in fact, when the three groomsmen wake up the next morning, they can't remember a thing. For some reason, they find a tiger in the bathroom and a baby in the closet. The one thing they can't find is Doug. What happens next is the story?
Please don't miss the credits of the movie coz you are gonna love it for sure.
The songs used in the movie 'Live your life' by Rihanna, 'Right round' by Flo rida and 'Can't tell you nothing' by Kayne west are so cool and well suited.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Thursday 11 June 2009
Angels and demons
Genre: Thriller/Action
Film certification: 12
After reading the novel 'Angels and Demons', I really felt like watching a good thriller movie and I was wishing that someone will make a movie out of it, as it is a better novel than Dan Brown's 'Da Vinci Code'. Finally 'Angels and demons' hits the silver screen and guess what? Angels and demons doesn't disappoint though the movie is slightly different from the novel in some parts.
137 minutes of engrossing direction, screenplay and architecturally rich Rome and Venice. Story revolves around the ancient group of scientists/ well learned people called 'Illuminati' who were rebels against christianity leaders, as their scientific revelations were considered absurd and against religion/god. The plot has a twist in the end which is kind of predictable. If you liked 'Da Vinci code', then this one is a must watch.
My rating: 8.25/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: 12
After reading the novel 'Angels and Demons', I really felt like watching a good thriller movie and I was wishing that someone will make a movie out of it, as it is a better novel than Dan Brown's 'Da Vinci Code'. Finally 'Angels and demons' hits the silver screen and guess what? Angels and demons doesn't disappoint though the movie is slightly different from the novel in some parts.
137 minutes of engrossing direction, screenplay and architecturally rich Rome and Venice. Story revolves around the ancient group of scientists/ well learned people called 'Illuminati' who were rebels against christianity leaders, as their scientific revelations were considered absurd and against religion/god. The plot has a twist in the end which is kind of predictable. If you liked 'Da Vinci code', then this one is a must watch.
My rating: 8.25/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Sunday 7 June 2009
Koncham ishtam Koncham Kastam
Genre: Drama/Comedy
Film certification: PG
My first review of a Telugu fim in my blog. I must admit that I haven't been following on the Telugu and Tamil films for long time. After recommendation from my bro and friends about this movie, I watched 'Koncham ishtam Koncham Kastam' and absolutely loved it.
KIKK is a feel good family drama with sprinkles of humour all around. Siddarth has given another matured performance after Bommarillu and has proved yet again how good an actor he is. Tamanna is refreshing and I am a big fan of her after 'Happy days' movie. Though KIKK makes you feel that it is more like 'Bommarillu' story, you will be engrossed into this movie soon.
Love and relationship is portrayed beautifully in this movie. If you follow Telugu movies or if you know Telugu, please don't miss this one.
My rating: 9/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: PG
My first review of a Telugu fim in my blog. I must admit that I haven't been following on the Telugu and Tamil films for long time. After recommendation from my bro and friends about this movie, I watched 'Koncham ishtam Koncham Kastam' and absolutely loved it.
KIKK is a feel good family drama with sprinkles of humour all around. Siddarth has given another matured performance after Bommarillu and has proved yet again how good an actor he is. Tamanna is refreshing and I am a big fan of her after 'Happy days' movie. Though KIKK makes you feel that it is more like 'Bommarillu' story, you will be engrossed into this movie soon.
Love and relationship is portrayed beautifully in this movie. If you follow Telugu movies or if you know Telugu, please don't miss this one.
My rating: 9/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
12 Rounds
Genre: Action/Thriller
Film certification: 12
John Cena of WWF fame entertains you in this high octane action movie. Detective Danny Baxter (Cena) discovers his girlfriend has been kidnapped by a ex-con tied to Baxter's past, and he'll have to successfully complete 12 challenges in order to secure her safe release.
The plot, action sequences and the interesting rounds of challenge keeps you glued to the screen till the end.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: 12
John Cena of WWF fame entertains you in this high octane action movie. Detective Danny Baxter (Cena) discovers his girlfriend has been kidnapped by a ex-con tied to Baxter's past, and he'll have to successfully complete 12 challenges in order to secure her safe release.
The plot, action sequences and the interesting rounds of challenge keeps you glued to the screen till the end.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Terminator - Salvation
Genre: Action/Thriller/Sci-Fi
Film certification: 12
Here comes the much awaited Terminator-4 starring Christian Bale. Christian Bale as John,the resistance group leader, fights against the Skynet group and hi-fi terminator which are set to destroy the human race. Set in future (2018),T-4 has some wonderful action sequences in the first half.
Though I say that Terminator 1 is the best one in the Terminator series, Terminator Salvation is one is worth watching. Arnold appears as a surprise in climax but I still wish climax sequences could have been better with different action sequences than the routine Terminator finish.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
Film certification: 12
Here comes the much awaited Terminator-4 starring Christian Bale. Christian Bale as John,the resistance group leader, fights against the Skynet group and hi-fi terminator which are set to destroy the human race. Set in future (2018),T-4 has some wonderful action sequences in the first half.
Though I say that Terminator 1 is the best one in the Terminator series, Terminator Salvation is one is worth watching. Arnold appears as a surprise in climax but I still wish climax sequences could have been better with different action sequences than the routine Terminator finish.
My rating: 8/10 (6 or less- Avoid, 6 and above- OK types, 8 and above- worth watching once, 9 and above- very good and must watch)
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