Sherlock Holmes Review

Starring: Robert Downey, Jude Law, Rachel McAdams, Eddie Marsan, Mark Strong, Kelly Reilly, James Fox

Director: Guy Ritchie

Ratings: 3/5

What a magnificent return to form for director Guy Ritchie. His rendition of Arthur Conan Doyle's character is pumped with heavy duty steroids to take 'radical' to the very next level. What makes 'Sherlock Holmes' infectiously entertaining is that it never takes itself too seriously, which makes it easier for Robert Downey Jr to set the screen alight with his deliciously wry humour.

You don't have to be a big fan of Ritchie's movies to enjoy this flick, 'Sherlock' succeeds on so many levels you won't believe it until you see it. This is not just a one note action comedy, this is a certified franchise starter, complete with huge explosions, breakneck pacing, outrageously funny dialogues and an eerie mystery at its core. Think of this as a 19th century buddy cop movie, and its not too different from a sharper, witter version of Lethal Weapon. Robert Downey Jr is quite like the eccentric Mel Gibson who gets things done after piling on a huge mess, and Jude Law is Danny Glover contemplating retirement. But heck, there is so much fun to be had here you'd wish to return for a second viewing.

'Sherlock Holmes' does very well in borrowing a few choice titbits from the books, sample these lines - "The game is afoot", "You have a grand gift for silence, Watson. It makes you quite invaluable as a companion.", "Crime is common, logic is rare", "My mind rebels at stagnation" and "Data, data, data—I can't make bricks without clay". And Downey's dialogue delivery shockingly gives a humorous twang to all of them. Holmes affectionados will also be pleased to know there's the classic shot of the 221B Baker street appartment. And Irene Adler is one of the main characters in the film. With her Crown Diamond. Sheer genius.

Coming to the story, Holmes finds himself embroiled in an extraordinary case dealing with the villainous Lord Blackwood (played with startlingly affective menace by Mark Strong) dealing with Black Magic. Blackwood is arrested in the beginning of the film after Holmes crashes in on his Voodoo murder party. The court pronounces a death sentence and Blackwood is hung by his neck till death. Doc Watson checks the body's pulse. The corpse is cremated. Lo and behold, three days later an eyewitness sees Blackwood's body rise from the grave. And all hell breaks loose. Meanwhile there is a surreptitious, faceless second antagonist with ulterior motives lurking about in a wagon. The mystery is intense, the adventure is swashbuckling, the action scenes and editing are very Ritchie-esque with slow-mo and fast cuts nicely jelled together.

The cinematography and art direction deserve special mentions as Ritchie convincingly fleshes out the 19th century England of Doyle's books. The soundtrack is killer as it never derives from the cliched, blaring orchestra seen in most Hollywood films. The highlight of 'Sherlock Holmes', is of course the duo of Downey and Law who are completely committed to their characters. There's no way you won't be entertained with this product. Do give it a watch. But make sure you watch it in a theater which provides subtitles, for you're bound to miss a dry British wisecrack or two.

3 idiots review

Director : Rajkumar

Cast : Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi, R Madhavan, Kareena Kapoor

Rating :4/5

Based on Chetan Bhagat's novel, Five Point Someone (though only a miniscule part has been adapted from the book;
the rest is all original), here's a story of three friends studying in an engineering college Rancho (Aamir Khan),
Farhan (R Madhavan) and Raju (Sharman Joshi).
Rancho is the rebel among them always questioning things and believing that learning is more than just the usual mode of
education.

He encourages his friends to look beyond the ordinary and soon earns the wrath of the college director Viru Sahasrabuddhe
(Boman Irani).

Despite his fun and frolic, Rancho always surprises everyone by topping the class.
He even manages to win the affections of the director's daughter Pia (Kareena Kapoor).
But Rancho's greatest contribution lies is making his friends realise their true calling.

The twist comes when on Graduation Day. After being awarded the Student Of The Year title,
Rancho mysteriously disappears into oblivion.

Years later, Farhan and Raju, finding a common thread, embark on a journey to find their friend.
3 Idiots is a story of friendship, hope, aspirations and most importantly, the goodness of life.

With 3 Idiots, Rajkumar Hirani proves beyond doubt that there's no better storyteller than him in the present generation.



This isn't an easy film to make the interplay between characters and the narrative is interestingly woven.

The film switches from present to flashback mode often but not once does Hirani lose the momentum. The medley of emotions that he brings forth as he establishes the film's structure is indeed commendable.

Like the peppy Aal Izz Well song drawing towards a tragic climax it's so cleverly done that it has the desired effect. There are scenes that'll make you laugh, they'll make you cry and they'll make you think.

Hirani does it all so beautifully that you want to go back to college and relive all those moments.

The falling in love, the harassment by professors, the secret drinking sessions, the ragging of fellow students it's all there.

Hirani also sends across a message on student pressures but there's no preaching here it's all done in his inimitable style.

Most films have their own set of 'highlight' scenes.

3 Idiots is different because every scene is special and brings with it something that's out of the ordinary.

But there are a few that have a far lasting impact the entire ragging sequence; the camaraderie between Rancho and Pia; Chatur's (the 'brainy' student) hilarious speech; the entire black-and-white depiction of Raju's family; most of the scenes between Rancho and Viru; the sequences that lead to Raju's recovery in the hospital and many more. After a point, you just stop counting.

Dialogues are snappy and totally effective ("In India, you get a pizza in 30 minutes guaranteed but not an ambulance"). The soundtrack, background score and cinematography is top class.

Among the performances, Madhavan delivers his most retrained act ever. He takes the film back and forth with his narrative and is splendid even with comedy.

Sharman Joshi is brilliant, especially in his breakdown scenes. Boman Irani is sincere as expected, with his lisp act getting all the right nuances.

Kareena Kapoor gives her finest portrayal in recent times as Pia. Her "dhokla, fafda, thepla, khandwa, khakra" scene is simply too delicious. Here's a performance that proves why she's indeed the best we have.

The life and soul of 3 Idiots is of course Aamir Khan. His perfection lies in the fact that he makes everything look so easy and spontaneous.

And at all the right moments, he brings the film alive with his sheer brilliance. From his look to his walk to his manner of speech, Aamir breathes life into Rancho and that's what stays with us.

If you thought Aamir Khan couldn't get any better than he is, think again. Aamir is the heart and soul of 3 Idiots and he proves why he's simply a class apart.

Mahesh Babu movies are in flow

Mahesh Babu is making the films without a break,this sounds good for the mahesh babu fans.The Prince is already busy with an untitled film with trivikram is going to make a movie with surendar reddy tittled as Mr.Perfect produced by R.R.Movie makers.According to the sources this movie is going to be biggest budjet film in telugu industary.He accepted another movie in the direction of Srinu Vitla and there are some of awaiting projects to be done with goutham minon and to act in Pokari sequal

Arya2 Movie Review

Cast: Allu Arjun, Navdeep, Kajal Aggarwal, Shradda Das
Music: Devi Sri Prasad
Producer: Aditya Babu
Director: Sukumar
Release Date: November 27th, 2009
Rating:3/5

AARYA 2 is a much hyped movie and is said to be a preceded by 2004 movie ‘AARYA’.
The movie is said to be a musical hit and especially the song ‘Ringa Ringa…’ is a highlight to the movie. The movies moves on an average pace and the screenplay and the brief storyline are excellently carved.

Story
Allu Arjun and Navadeep are thick friends and from their childhood they compete in everything they face in life together. Navadeep always wants to be a step forward than Bunny (Allu Arjun) and is always competes with him in activities like studies, games, music, dance, and so on. But as expected Allu arjun wins finally and stays always a step forward than Navadeep.
Both the childhood friends get into a corporate company and the happening life is well displayed on screen. Incidentally, Kajal Agarwal enters the life of both the friends and the two falls in love with her in the first sight. Shraddha Arya also shares the screen space along with the heroine of course. There is a surprise character in a cameo role in this film
Navadeep expresses his love to his friend Bunny and asks him to help him out in the love matter. Allu Arjun sacrifices his love and with his funny and intellectual tricks helps Navadeep impress Kajal Agarwal.
Finally the big day arrives, and Allu Arjun finds that Kajal Agarwal is in love with him and not his friend Navadeep. Then the suspense element strikes the spine of the audiences. But in order to know that who will marry whom, please visit the theatres as soon as possible.

Actors Performance

The main plus point of this movie is definetly Allu Arjun his acting and dancing are amazing,Navadeep character remained dull through out Kajal looked innocent, beautiful and charming while Shraddha Das glued some oozing glamour to screen.while every department worked with all dedication it’s the flaw of director that marred the film.
Cinematography, Choreography and Music stood high but the director made a confused concoction and ruined entire show. He got confused with screenplay part in second half.

It’s the movie released with many expectations but finally ended up as a disappointment.

Fresh Talent Nedded for ATU-ITU

Well known Telugu film Director Teja is on the lookout for a fresh 18 year old boy with innocent looks and height between 5.7” and 5.9’ to be cast in a powerful lead role in “ATU ITU”.
Around 40 new talented artists will be introduced through this film.ATU ITU produced by Jayam movies is an unusual Love Story. It is a story of a teenaged girl who falls in love with a boy who leads a luckless life. What follows in the movie thereafter is a gripping tale of surprising trials and inexplicable emotions.
Aspirants for the role can send their resume along with 2 Medium sized stills (one full figure and another close up photograph) by email to jayammovies@gmail.com. Or send 2 post card size pictures to the office at Jayam Movies, 224A Road No 17, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad. Lane next to Andhra Bank.
The film shoot is slated to begin in the 1st week of December and it will be
completed within two months. ‘Atu Itu’ will be shot around the picturesque locales of Pondicherry.

Children Film Festival 2009

16th international children film week-long festival jointly organised by the Andhra Pradesh Government and Children’s Film Society of India (CSFI) came to an end here in hyderabad.
The festival screena nearly 70 films from various countries. As part of the film festival,
the school education department has already selected five children from each district in the State and nominated them as delegates. The organisers have also urged the Tourism Department to provide tourism information kits and also organise local site seeing tours for the delegates. Union Minister for Information & Broadcasting Ambika Soni was the chief guest and noted filmmaker, writer, poet, lyricist Gulzar was present on the occasion among other prominent personalities. The movies was be screened at eight venues including Imax theatre in the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad`Lalitkala thoranam’ was the main venue where the inaugural and concluding ceremonies was held. CFSI CEO Sushovan Banerjee and I&PR & Managing Director C Partha Sarathi were also present on the occasion among others.
For the information about international film entries vist www.cfsindia.org

Rana as Leader

Sekhar Kammula next movie is Leader in which he introduces Rana(grandson of veteran producer D Rama Naidu, son of D Suresh Babu and nephew of superstar Venkatesh).
Leader is the 174th feature film of AVM Productions (M Saravanan, M S Guhan, Aparna Guhan, Aruna Guhan), the well-known production house.
Post-production work is going on and the audio release is slated to be held later this month.
Richa Gangopadhayaya and Priya Anand are the two heroines in the film's cast which also includes Suhasini Mani Ratnam, Suman, Tanikella Bharani, Kota Srinivasa Rao and Subbaraju.
Sekhar has a good technical team comprising of Thota Tharani (art), Vijay C Kumar (photography), Marthand K Venkatesh (editing), Veturi Sundararamoorthi (lyrics) and Mickey J Meyer (music).
The film revolves around the emergence of a young leader who fulfils his promise towards the people.
Sekhar Kammula scripts and directs this film, and given his penchant to make clean, entertaining and meaningful movies, Leader is being keenly awaited. This movie is expected to release on mid january