Dazed and Confused

One of those movies where there isn't much of a plot and the whole point is to depict something. That's what this movie is about, random depictions of the American student life. The movie has already attained a cult status maybe because it does depict the American school culture with a very realistic approach. It's something only an American upbringing can understand and appreciate.

For a regular movie goer, this is a strictly average movie with some amusing characters that try to show the types of personalities you can come across when it comes to the youth in the US.

A highlight of the movie, is its soundtrack. Catchy rock songs keep accompanying the story progression.

My rating-2/5

Due Date

The only reason anyone will think about watching this movie is because of Zach Galifianakis. Maybe that's precisely the reason why they took him for the movie, to increase the appeal of a movie that's actually below average in quality.

The movie packs in very very few laughable moments that will be entirely forgotten once the movie ends. The plot tries to sustain the thrill but somehow fails at it.

The OST of the movie is the only consolation which brings in a much needed relief by playing a good song every now and then in the background.

Skip this one. It won't be your loss.

My rating- 1/5

Eternal Sunshine of a Spotless Mind

Another movie, yet another proof where "I'm late to the party". This awesome movie doesn't really need a review. It's already seen and appreciated by the world, check its rating on IMDB and Rotten Tomatoes. But I can't help but applaud the commendable and unique idea that this movie is an outcome of.

A unique idea or the subject is one dominating factor that can drive a movie to success, as other flaws start looking very insignificant in comparison to the mammoth of an idea being employed. I won't call this movie typically sci-fi as it is largely romantic too but I'll again repeat that one thing that won me. THE idea.

Narration in this movie, is very random and non linear but once you crack the confusing shell (which is not as confusing as Inception) , a beautiful brilliance will leave you spellbound. The movie never really lags as the randomness in screenplay keeps you digging the progression of the plot. A good movie and once again an epic idea.

My rating - 3.5/5

The Artist

The only time I might've watched a silent film was in my childhood. I've got a vague remembrance of a Charlie Chaplin movie. There was also "Three Stoogies" , the TV show. After ages it's a walk down that forgotten road.

The Artist may be a silent movie but it paints a beautiful picture in motion. Every scene is talking through the depiction. You're in no way cut out by the silence, the movie makes a connection emotionally. Jean Dujardin is expressive, the silence does not limit his skill at all.

The story just adds up to the sweet portrayal of the black and white era. The movie lags a little later on, but then again I keep realistic expectations from a silent movie so I won't complain.

Overall, a sweet movie, the romance is clean, cute and makes you fall in love, just like it was in those good old days of black and white.

Go on, be brave and experiment with this one. You won't be disappointed.

My rating - 3.5/5

Kahaani

Vidya Balan is here again, to falsify the stereotypes according to which the only things a female actress is supposed to do in a Bollywood movie are singing, dancing and catalyzing the climax of the movie by shedding some tears. The lady proves it, that a good actress can independently drive a story without resorting to anything else and leave the people in awe.

Kahaani will grip even those who're not fond of thrillers, those like me who shut their minds while watching their movies.

Previously, Vidya succeeded in leaving a mark with the Dirty Picture where her character was the highlight. But in Kahaani, it's the story and the way it has been executed. Vidya fits in perfectly and walaaa, we have a good movie.

Highly recommended for people who've still not watched it, for it's a fine example of good cinema comprising of a gripping story, dynamic screen play and a fine actress like Miss Balan who pulls it all off with sheer excellence.

Also, a very notable aspect of the movie is the background score by Clinton Cerajo.

Amen to good cinema and Amen to this movie.

My rating- 4/5