Reviews

I respect Nolan's craft but I am not a fan.

I was left a bit bemused with the decisions that Nolan has taken as a director for this film. The entire first half the audience is made to invest emotionally in the making of the A-bomb. Because of the nature of the storytelling showing the film from the point of view of Oppenheimer, it is a natural way of making the audience root for the main character. Understood. Accepted.

The second half goes in establishing that Oppenheimer was a true patriot. He is even decorated for his contribution.

But what about the aftermath?

Yes there are mentions here and there. But there is no visible remorse. Nor in his actions it is clear. It is as if there is no accountability in the man. That is what baffled me the most. Was it the plan to hang it in the middle and allow the audience to choose how they see it fit? If yes then why tell the story from Oppenheimer's pov? Why make the audience connect with the man? The emotional investment in the main character only to be left wondering in the end as to why Nolan chose to leave it this way?

This may have worked for every other person but sadly it has not worked for me.

There is nothing great that we have not already seen in a Nolan film. The acting overall is good. Clearly the studio backed Nolan very well, so well that the film has prominent actors even in short cameos.

It's 5/10 for me as the movie, for me, fails at a human level. The film has no soul.

The game is full of annoying glitches and flaws. But that does not make it any less enjoyable. It is better than playing a game which is flawless yet not enjoyable.

Honestly I have not played GTA V and not played Mafia 2. However, I loved Mafia 1 and that was the sole reason I purchased this one. I am not disappointed at all. In fact its a pretty good game with a good revenge story. The characterization could be better though. The game mechanics are awesome and driving is really a lot of fun. Shooting and fist fights are quite enjoyable. In fact it is a much better game in recent times wherein the makers have kept the game fun. Who cares if the graphics dont leave you spellbound. There is a complaint that the game is a bit repetitive. Agreed. But its so much fun.

Read a lot of negative reviews here, there and everywhere and I dont understand what are their expectations from a game. Is this because its heartbreaking to see how the African origins were treated in the late 60s in America? In my opinion that was needed to build the character of Lincoln. The background music is all 50s and 60s songs and amazing. There is a takedown of a mobster in an amusement park which pans out marvelously. There is a similar takedown inside a hotel again brilliant. There are a few more enjoyable takedowns in the game. But the most enjoyable part for me was the KKK shootout. Never completed a part of any game, I can remember, with more satisfaction.

A good tip for you : "Ignore the criticism and enjoy the game"