Slumdog Millionaire- 5 (out of five) afro picks!
Ok peeps, this is a flick about the winner of the Hindi version of "Who wants to be a Millionaire" a young, bright, but formally uneducated young man from the Mumbai slums named Jamal and played by Indian actor Dev Patel. This indie flick was filmed in Mumbai India and has a gritty feel to the cinemotography so don't expect slick Hollywood special effects in this one. It also has some subtitles but not enough to detract from the action and pace of the movie but just enough to follow the character's lines when they occasionally speak in their native tongue.This one could be called a action/adventure/love story/mystery all in one as it is somewhat akin to the feeling of the oldy but goody "Night of the Hunter" as it follows the travels of two orphaned young boys in india and relates the stories of their journeys to the various questions the one brother gets asked as a contestant on the game show. This one is a story of love and redemption as it shows the sometimes complex and tenuous relationship with Jamal and his older brother as well as the love of his life Latika whom he meets when he is 9 and loves into adulthood. It gives a strong message that there are no coincidences in life. Now don't get it twisted--- this is not your sappy typical romance (ala The Notebook) but this story is full of action and adventure and a good bit of comedy which will keep you intwined in the story until the very end. In fact almost EVERYONE in the show that I attended were still glued to their seats through the very last credit and you will see why when you see this movie ;).I loved this movie! Add it to your list for sure.
Peace.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Heads Up for Benjamin Button
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button – 4.5 (out of five) afro picks!
There is only one word to describe this film. BEAUTIFUL!
This film is based on a short story by F. Scott Fitzergerald about a young boy, Benjamin, who is born with the physical features and maladies of an old man yet instead of dying at birth slowly begins to "age in reverse" as he gets younger and younger as the years go by. Now this may sound a little "hooky" at first glance--I know I know. But this story is told with a wonderful rhythm and coupled with a beautifully written screenplay, the seductic backdrop of New Orleans (where the bulk of the picture is filmed), a luscious background musical score, and THE PURE, UNDENIABLE, SEXINESS which is Brad Pitt. This film is a glutonous feast to tease all of your senses! lol And did I say again how utterly sexy Brad Pitt is in this film?!?!?!?!?!?!??!?!? There is a God..............(but I digress---sisters you will feel me on this one trust ;) )
But now back to the film. Both Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett give wonderful performances in the film as destined lovers. But the true scene stealer for this one can be no one other than the number one YBF chick Taraji P. Henson. I must say I was pleasantly pleased and proud with how much growth and talent Taraji shows in the role as Benjamin's adoptive mother. She plays this role and really showcases her talent in this one. Looking for even greater things to come from Taraji---- sister is on a roll.
Again this story was beautifully told and I think it will definitely be a strong contender come award show time for this screenplay and musical score. Both are just beautifully done. This film is filled with imagery and symbols so keep yourself "open" so you don't miss any of them throughout. Plus as the new year turns who could resist such a touching story about life and the moments that we sometimes fail to savor in the rush and hustle of growing and growing older. This one is just what you need to get centered on the important things as you start your year anew.I took off one- half afro pick only for the length of this one.
At a solid 2 hours and 50 minutes, it is about the longest movie I have seen in awhile. But dont take this as too much of a negative. The story does not drag and it is so scintillating it will draw you in and seduce you before you know it. Take this one in on a lazy afternoon. Its worth it!Peace.
There is only one word to describe this film. BEAUTIFUL!
This film is based on a short story by F. Scott Fitzergerald about a young boy, Benjamin, who is born with the physical features and maladies of an old man yet instead of dying at birth slowly begins to "age in reverse" as he gets younger and younger as the years go by. Now this may sound a little "hooky" at first glance--I know I know. But this story is told with a wonderful rhythm and coupled with a beautifully written screenplay, the seductic backdrop of New Orleans (where the bulk of the picture is filmed), a luscious background musical score, and THE PURE, UNDENIABLE, SEXINESS which is Brad Pitt. This film is a glutonous feast to tease all of your senses! lol And did I say again how utterly sexy Brad Pitt is in this film?!?!?!?!?!?!??!?!? There is a God..............(but I digress---sisters you will feel me on this one trust ;) )
But now back to the film. Both Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett give wonderful performances in the film as destined lovers. But the true scene stealer for this one can be no one other than the number one YBF chick Taraji P. Henson. I must say I was pleasantly pleased and proud with how much growth and talent Taraji shows in the role as Benjamin's adoptive mother. She plays this role and really showcases her talent in this one. Looking for even greater things to come from Taraji---- sister is on a roll.
Again this story was beautifully told and I think it will definitely be a strong contender come award show time for this screenplay and musical score. Both are just beautifully done. This film is filled with imagery and symbols so keep yourself "open" so you don't miss any of them throughout. Plus as the new year turns who could resist such a touching story about life and the moments that we sometimes fail to savor in the rush and hustle of growing and growing older. This one is just what you need to get centered on the important things as you start your year anew.I took off one- half afro pick only for the length of this one.
At a solid 2 hours and 50 minutes, it is about the longest movie I have seen in awhile. But dont take this as too much of a negative. The story does not drag and it is so scintillating it will draw you in and seduce you before you know it. Take this one in on a lazy afternoon. Its worth it!Peace.
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