The compositions are dull. The scenes are flimsy and shapeless. The pacing is the direct antithesis of what normally induces the excitement of adventure.
Shooting in South Africa and Botswana, director Kamaleshwar Mukherjee never lacks for atmosphere, but his film is painfully awkward in execution, from the stiff dialogue to the time-padding slo-mo sequences and glaring CGI.
37
Washington PostStephanie Merry
Washington PostStephanie Merry
The movie’s editing mishaps, unbelievable scenarios, overuse of music and computer-generated fakery distract from what should be a great adventure.
30
Village VoiceSimon Abrams
Village VoiceSimon Abrams
Chander Pahar is an unfocused adventure-cum-travelogue.