February 2015

A Good Year (2006)

A Good Year (2006)

One another brilliant find from Ridley Scott missed so long especially from my one of favorite actor Russell Crowe. Story is about a Successful investment broker Max Skinner ( Russell ) in London happen to travel to France after many years when he gets to know that he inherits a old house and a vineyard left by his uncle after his death. Max spent most of his childhood there in that place with his uncle but life pushed him to become a money making machine but at cost of missing the very essence of life. When he travels back to France to complete some documentation procedures to inherit and sell that vineyard , that short stay has a huge impact on him turning his life upside down making him realize whats more important this life has for us then money can give. That short journey is what this story is all about.

Movie is visually stunning at most times , picture perfect scenes when covering the scenic beauty of France and its country side , those serene places were perfectly brought to the screen. Adding to that , those little friendship , his love track and his cousin intro were all so good and adds more beauty to this film. Especially the scenes when he has those nostalgic effect every time he goes by those places he used to spend in his childhood that pool tennis court etc..they were really wonderful and at last Max decision to choose love over money gives that perfect balance for a feel good movie. This is one of beautiful family drama i would call with some brilliant visuals supported by some beautiful BGM. A Movie definitely need to be experienced.

Some best quotes

Max Skinner: This place does not suit my life.
Fanny Chenal: No Max, it's your life that does not suit this place.

Uncle Henry Skinner: You'll come to see that a man learns nothing from winning. The act of losing, however, can elicit great wisdom. Not least of which is, uh... how much more enjoyable it is to win. It's inevitable to lose now and again. The trick is not to make a habit of it.

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The Admiral: Roaring Currents ( 2014 ) Korean

The Admiral: Roaring Currents ( 2014 )

Old boy , I saw the devil or New world fame Min-sik Choi playing a main character in the film places itself in a must watch list for most Korean movie freaks. Movie is inspired from life of Yi Sun-shin who was a Korean Naval commander who emerged victorious in a war against Japan, Just as much as we liked movie 300 were these brave few fearlessly face thousands of opponents , just like this in this movie its about war on water where Ships Outnumbered 133 to 13 but his tactful approach and his inspiring leadership brings people together to win this war. Movie is kind of slow pace at first half but it would gradually would get its grip back on track and especially that fights on water was damn cool. BGM was the most catching factor in the film and keeps that intense atmosphere till the end. Though it might look so close to 300 Rise of an empire movie while watching ships at war , yet this has its own positive factors to it. Unlike other Korean movies with a sad ending , this movie doesn't seem to follow that routine and a happy ending is always a satisfying factor for most.This is one movie not to be missed for sure. A perfect periodic war movie based on true events.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3GtnZMNjCw

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Best of Me ( 2014 )

Best of Me ( 2014 ) - " You want me to fall back in love with you? How do I do that if I haven't ever stopped? "

Yet another wonderful movie based on Nicholas Sparks novel. As like all his writings and movies based on previous work ..this movie gives the same exact impact on us as like others. What if life gives you a another chance to recover from your deepest hurt love caused when hit touched you for the first time in past , will you take it or walk passed it is exactly this story is about. There are two love tracks happen simultaneously one being the past which is 21 years back and the other being present day. How two people life change in time with destiny bringing them together for one last time with so much emotions , feelings love n tears , was wonderfully portrayed here. I loved the past line especially with Liana Liberato as young amanda as she was just so gorgeous cute n chubby that she keeps us stay hooked to the screen at her every presence. But overall it was such a wonderful movie , a very feel good one except the ending which was so melancholic giving us a thought if it could have been any different. But having said that , this movie is a experience to watch and not to be missed if you want your memories to rewind back a little.

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Anegan ( 2015 )

Anegan ( 2015 )

A very new and fresh storyline closely blended to Manam Telugu movie but with actions , romance and sentiment in a single combo pack. This movie could have been easily made into blockbuster charts and critics top favorite movie of the year if a little care was taken in screenplay department . A good script spoiled by a uncanny cliche ridden making with too many logic skips more then we can bare. Songs came out so good but spoiled by horrible BGM. Don't wanna go into revealing the plot but i liked the concept atleast and its Dhanush who carries it through. His performance was the only factor which can be a guarantee for the time and money we going to spend for this film especially with kali character top notch. A brisk first half and Danga Mari entry into second half spoiled by a sloppy ending. Worth watching once if you like dhanush acting.

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Yennai Arindhaal ( 2015 )

Yennai Arindhaal :-

A perfect trademark GVM Film right from start till end and he just keeps proving that he is a master when it comes to making a cop film. The treatment he uses to each of his cop film always stays unique just like his predecessor Kakka Kakka or Vettaiyadhu vilayadhu this Movie YA Stands out as a winner yet again for sure. After Mankatha seeing Ajith in a cop movie again was just so cool and will be one of memorable film in his carrier. Top notch performance from Ajith with pure class and style.

First half felt little disconnect here n there especially with a slow paced screenplay but as movie ran through its course mainly on second half, things gets sorted out revealing itself with a explanation for each scene on first half. Strange somehow Harris plugged it out in this film as most of the tracks synced well with the movie and especially BGM was awesome throughout the film. When its GVM will there be any lack of romance portion , well he blended it so meticulously , specially with two actress filling those spots giving us a feel good experience and "Malai vara pogudhey" song visual had a touch of GVM written all over it. I dont deny there were few flaws here n there but that is all taken away with a engaging Second half with a edge of seat moments and sharp dialogues from both ajith and as well as Arun vijay (a) Victor. Without a perfect villain no cop movie is fulfilling and i believe Arun had done a tremendous job completely justifying his character.

This is definitely a good decent film for every audience and can be enjoyed thoroughly . For ajith fans , sure this will be their festival season with such a powerful opening. With a Romance n love filled First half and action cum Thriller filled second half this movie will definitely impress many viewers and critics as well. Just give it a try and enjoy the show...experience it.