Current mood: sleepy
Listening to: How to Say Goodbye by Paul Tiernan
This was originally posted on my Friendster account a few weeks ago.
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SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
A Review
This is the first time I got into the Academy Awards movie craze, and my first time to ever like an indie-derivative, Bollywood-turned-Hollywood type of film...all because of this one particular movie.
Everything about it is practically superb. When you look at the whole picture, you'll see that all angles were perfectly aligned to create such a wonderful masterpiece.
The story is the soul of the whole movie. It's truly one of a kind. The life that Jamal and his brother had is by chance one of the hardest and the most extraordinary I've seen that is depicted on film. With all the twists and turns, detours and probably dead ends in their journey, only a person whose heart is strong and genuine can survive.
As a movie buff who dislikes dirty and unorganized settings such as the slums, this one truly changed my perspective. It's really difficult to shoot in a dangerous and fast-paced city like Mumbai, yet the production crew managed to pull it off just fine. All the scenes were beautifully captured and were able to encapsulate both the innocence and tragedy in Jamal's life - all of which contributed to his millionaire success.
Acting - brilliant.
Everything about it is practically superb. When you look at the whole picture, you'll see that all angles were perfectly aligned to create such a wonderful masterpiece.
The story is the soul of the whole movie. It's truly one of a kind. The life that Jamal and his brother had is by chance one of the hardest and the most extraordinary I've seen that is depicted on film. With all the twists and turns, detours and probably dead ends in their journey, only a person whose heart is strong and genuine can survive.
As a movie buff who dislikes dirty and unorganized settings such as the slums, this one truly changed my perspective. It's really difficult to shoot in a dangerous and fast-paced city like Mumbai, yet the production crew managed to pull it off just fine. All the scenes were beautifully captured and were able to encapsulate both the innocence and tragedy in Jamal's life - all of which contributed to his millionaire success.
Acting - brilliant.
Cinematography - beautiful.
Editing - outstanding.
Soundtrack - awesome.
To sum up, SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE is by far the movie to beat. With 10 nominations under its belt, it's a surefire hit that will not only take the Oscars by storm, but our hearts as well.
To sum up, SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE is by far the movie to beat. With 10 nominations under its belt, it's a surefire hit that will not only take the Oscars by storm, but our hearts as well.
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What did I just say about taking the Oscars by storm?
8 wins out of 10!!! Magnificent!
- Best Adapted Screenplay
- Best Cinematography
- Best Sound Mixing
- Best Editing
- Best Original Score
- Best Original Song
- Best Director
- BEST PICTURE
What a real piece of art. I was so touched to see the whole gang receive the award on stage - even that cute, little boy who portrayed the younger Jamal.
For sure, this one's going to stay in my heart for quite a while. =)
P.S.
I didn't know Hugh Jackmn was fit for musical roles. That man can definitely carry a tune...and dance too! Way to go, Wolverine!!!
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