Nabeel and Fizza have done it again. I wish I had a better way to show my appreciation for this movie but I guess an amateur review will do. To put things in perspective, imagine a Pakistani movie capable of making people in the cinema tear up (a little) and motivating its audience to research instead of accepting what we've been fed. I saw that when I turned my head during end credits. A lady wiping her watery eyes and a gentleman beside her just... pondering. That's what a movie should do. That's what our cinema has grown into. For once, I saw what a group of our talented film makers and their crew are capable of doing.
Friends of mine who wanted to walk out on ETERNALS couldn't keep their eyes of the screen (Except a few who had other priorities). Humour and comic timing was on point but they could've eased up on the "chaaye" jokes. One too many.
I don't consider myself a "critique" since I always end up appreciating the "effort" rather than noticing all those little mistakes but those who try, it'll be even harder for them to find any ambiguities. Final theatrical performance was nothing short of those in Britain Got Talent that are given a Golden Buzzer.
I know if I watch it again, I'll end up noticing things which I didn't the first time. Never has been the case with any Pakistani movie so far.
And Bilal Abbas and Sajal. Just WOW. Bilal is not just another actor that our industry has been blessed with. He's something else. Yet somewhat underrated. I hope this movie changes that perception. And of course, I can't add anything to what Sajal has done. We all know what she's capable of.
No unnecessary soundtracks. Beautiful composition by Shuja Haider. Worth every Rupee.
Lastly, if any of you want to enjoy the 2 hrs of your life without feeling guilty of wasting your time, this movie is for you. I truly hope every Pakistani sees it. Easiest would be to launch it on Netflix. Which, I presume, is not that easy.
Friends of mine who wanted to walk out on ETERNALS couldn't keep their eyes of the screen (Except a few who had other priorities). Humour and comic timing was on point but they could've eased up on the "chaaye" jokes. One too many.
I don't consider myself a "critique" since I always end up appreciating the "effort" rather than noticing all those little mistakes but those who try, it'll be even harder for them to find any ambiguities. Final theatrical performance was nothing short of those in Britain Got Talent that are given a Golden Buzzer.
I know if I watch it again, I'll end up noticing things which I didn't the first time. Never has been the case with any Pakistani movie so far.
And Bilal Abbas and Sajal. Just WOW. Bilal is not just another actor that our industry has been blessed with. He's something else. Yet somewhat underrated. I hope this movie changes that perception. And of course, I can't add anything to what Sajal has done. We all know what she's capable of.
No unnecessary soundtracks. Beautiful composition by Shuja Haider. Worth every Rupee.
Lastly, if any of you want to enjoy the 2 hrs of your life without feeling guilty of wasting your time, this movie is for you. I truly hope every Pakistani sees it. Easiest would be to launch it on Netflix. Which, I presume, is not that easy.