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Jagga Jasoos (2017)
9/10
Bollywood , You don't deserve this masterpiece
25 July 2017
This movie is about a young boy who embarks on an adventurous journey to find his father, along with Katrina who plays a journalist. Upon hearing the lukewarm reviews and responses to this movie, I finally went to the theatres to check it out. I had to know what had let the audiences down.

Honestly, It's hard to put in words what I feel about this movie. It is an experience. It is not forced entertainment, neither is it just a bunch of scenes stringed together to give you the illusion of having fun. It's pure heart.

Do you guys remember watching LaLa Land? If you do then you know what musicals are. And this movie perfects the genre. Trust me Jagga's impact doesn't restrict to the people who are a fan of this genre. But it is literally everyone's cup of tea. *Except if you are a Salman khan fan*

People bashing the movie for being any less than the beauty it is, are still expecting Bollywood to just deliver masala action romances. They are part of the reason Bollywood is still stuck up on it's hick ups this badly.

And for all of you, who wanted to watch something different, something refreshing... THIS IS IT! Go watch this masterpiece and fall in love with cinema once again.

*Hats off for Ranbir* *A gentleman's nod for Katrina* *A standing ovation for Basu!*
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Bad Words (2013)
8/10
Bad words, Good times
13 May 2014
I am a bateman fan and when i heard that the guy had directed and starred in a movie, i just had to watch it. The movie is about a 40 year old guy who enters a spelling bee through some loophole.

The comedy though dark is pretty good. This movie doesn't have laugh- hard comedy, but just enough to go with the story line and the direction. Then coming to the acting, Bateman plays a guy named 'Guy'. Guy is one of those guys we have never seen Bateman playing and neither did we expect from him. However unusual for him, he plays it pretty well. Then there's and Indian boy, 10 years of age who befriends Guy.

The movie plays off well with some very funny moments, some very nicely directed scenes with awesome back-ground music and an absolutely cute display of the story.

I won't go into details but just recommend this light-heart flick for a light and pleasant day.
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Arrested Development (2003–2019)
9/10
You just can't not love the Bluths
12 May 2014
It's addictive, it's hilarious, it's lovable and it's honest. So this is one of the best shows TV has ever exhibited.

A strangely dysfunctional family with just one guy holding it together, is what the show is about. How we easily love Michael Bluth (played by Jason Bateman) and feel sorry about his family. How the family ventures into misadventures and how everything goes south.

With a great star-cast and amazing story-line with a subtly humorous narration, one can easily love the show. I recently finished season one an hour ago and it took me not more than 10 hours straight. Now my eyes are red and my head is craving for some rest but i'd say it was totally worth it. Now after i finish writing this review , i will be running to my nearest rental store and renting season 2 of the show.

I know you might say that after praising the show so much i still haven't given it a ten.. Well i've seen just season one, who knows the next few seasons might get this show a 10 from me.

In my opinion watch the show, whenever, however, just go and watch it if you haven't already.
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9/10
A story of obsession, love and Belief
10 May 2014
Lars is an anti-social and un-interactive guy who lives a bland life. Often his sister in law tries to join him for dinner along with his brother but the efforts go fruitless . He seeks love from a sex doll he had ordered online and a beautiful love story is seen before our eyes. The acting is absolutely amazing and the story is not only original but beautifully written. Directed in beautiful locations, the movie is an absolute treat.

Altogether it's a strange yet lovely feeling that this movie provides us with. This movie will give you a new definition of love and a sense of fulfillment.

I honestly recommend this movie and in my opinion you should watch it on a cold/pleasantly cool and bright day.
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8/10
Someone who finds us, can't be left behind us
9 May 2014
Bill Murray an aged actor with somewhat lost stardom and Scarlet Johansson ,a young lonely lady, find each other in Tokyo. They are bored, restless and dissatisfied with the lives they lead and the trip to Tokyo seems just like another monotonous step.

The transformation of monotonous to graceful with the help of togetherness and being needed is all this movie is about. Though a bit slow with nothing breath-taking this movie requires patience and full attention. At the end of the movie you will be left with a beautiful feeling that will hug your senses and make you feel happier.

The acting is superb and the direction is good, the story however a little slow, is very beautifully written.

Blend of philosophy,mild humor and promise of a good time, this movie is an 8 for me.. In my opinion watch it at night and make sure you're not at all sleepy. And i promise you at the end you won't regret watching it.
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Bates Motel (2013–2017)
8/10
It gets Bater and Bater (okay, that didn't sound as funny as it did in my head)
8 May 2014
The show starts off slowly then picks up speed very quickly, instantly hooking the viewers. Norman bates and Norma Bates the Son and mother duo run a motel as they set out to start over.

The series is about the complications and obstacles that haunt the motel's fate and how the mother-son duo try and come over them.

Covering Drama, Thriller and mystery simultaneously the show keeps us close to it, waiting for a new episode every week. The actors chosen are the best choice for the characters of the show, the direction is also pretty good. And as this show covers drama, the story plays a major role of not repelling the viewers at any moment. Sometimes we find ourselves holding our head, sometimes even biting our nails and rarely smiling to the occasional happy moments.

The reason i gave this show an 8 instead of a 9 or a 10 is that sometimes we just don't feel like rooting for the main guy (as he is actually the bad guy)and also this show is good, only mind-blowing views get a ten from me.

In my opinion, watch this show at night. It's better to wait for the next episode than watching 3 or 4 episodes simultaneously..
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6/10
The Amazing Spider-man? Naah
6 May 2014
I am a big fan of the spider man series, the previous one and not the 'amazing spider man' .. Two years ago when i went to see the first amazing spider man, i was let down by both, the story-line and the antagonist. I returned to theater this week in hope of seeing some improvement in our kid Peter.

Not as disappointed as by the previous one but i wasn't too happy either. The story-line was still a little bit rushed and the villains , though vicious were not the 'sandman' or 'green goblins' , we had come to know from the original spidey series. Acting was justified to the story-line and direction was as expected, good. Andrew Garfield , however 'amazing' can never match the character done beautifully by Tobey Maguire.

Among other flaws, this movie is incomplete emotionally and humorously. The pros of this movie... Emma stone i guess. She portrays Gwen Stacy's character quite nicely . Jamie foxx's potential , in my opinion has been wasted, he seems like a villain whom we all know can be destroyed(again nothing like sandman) and we do not worry over him that much. Dane Dee Han does a childish Harry Osborn , obviously Franco was wayyy better.

The action scenes were good and they are one of the reason i gave this flick a 6 rather than a 5.

Maybe if for a second you forget the original series by sam raimi, you might end up liking this movie , maybe not.

In my opinion if you are not in a rush for a superhero movie, wait for x-men days of future past. If you are, sling to your nearest theaters.
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Pain & Gain (2013)
8/10
Chasing the American dream
3 May 2014
The moment this movie stated that it was based on a true story, i left all my hopes of seeing some crazy, messed up things and accepted the fate of seeing a straight and calculated movie.

Soon hope returned to me , the story started getting better with each succeeding minute. Acting was great and the action was on a minimum rate, fair. Direction is decent as some scenes are detailed beautifully while some are just normal. It is the story that takes most of the stars. Three men trying to chase the American dream, by crook. The movie never gets boring as the crazed up characters never stay put.

The movie is pretty good, the story line's worth a watch and also the acting.

In my opinion, watch this flick at midnight or in the morning with a glass of lemonade or smoothie, don't forget something to munch..
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Delivery Man (2013)
8/10
In the name of the father
2 May 2014
This movie has been rated as average by IMDb reviewers , however i beg to differ. Delivery man is a feel good and light heart comedy ,and it surely delivers the satisfaction. The story was unique, new and cute. Forgive me if i am making this review sound a little gay but the movie was beautiful. Irrespective of other opinions i enjoyed the flick. But then anything can ruin or make a movie, mood is that important anything. If you are not in a mood for a light movie but some heavy drama, this won't be your cup of tea.

The acting was decent and so was the direction, it was the story that did great. And the ending...what else could be expected, of-course it was the 'happy ending' everyone hates now days. It couldn't be any different anyways.

In my opinion watch this on a Sunday afternoon with a packet of chips or nachos.. Enjoy !
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The Nines (2007)
6/10
Something's broken
29 April 2014
I just finished the movie and something doesn't feel right. A movie is like a falling object, you can either catch it and embrace it or rather see it crash on the ground. This movie just crashed to pieces in front of my eyes and left me feeling somewhat incomplete.

The story was really great, i mean the originality was in action. The execution is where the movie takes a seat. Acting is fair, not bad. The movie will keep you hooked and will drive you through the tunnels, but for your final destination you might be left in a misty and hazy scenery.

Story revolves around 3 men with different professions like one's an actor, second's a writer and the third's a game developer, their lives crash against each other while the story progresses. Saying anything else might screw the movie for you guys so i'll end the review by hoping you catch and embrace the movie.

In my opinion, if you do watch it, watch it during the day while you still have some light in the sky. Morning and afternoon's just fine.. You won't be needing a snack for this one, drink's good.
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Workaholics (2011–2017)
8/10
Bringing American Pie to television
28 April 2014
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This is undoubtedly one of the the good TV shows airing these days. The humor quotient is satisfying and the acting is well-acted too.

The story follows lives of 3 buddies who work at the same place and live at the same house and buy weed from the same guy. All their minds can give out are thoughts of partying, getting laid and well, partying. The nudity, though blurred is A-L-O-T in some episodes , the story of each episode is unusually funny.. Like Anders sets out to make a documentary on removal of Karl's penis and it's placement on Blake's crotch..

The crazy element is high in the series but the reason this series is short of 2 ratings from becoming a 10 is, not everyone likes crude humor and the use of nudity for grasping laughs. Some episodes just aren't that funny as they are pun-ny (see what i did there)..

This series can be easily called the American Pie of television, where instead of breasts we see blurred penises and butts. So if you're looking to have a good time with your close buds, this series will give you your share of laughs.
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13 Sins (2014)
7/10
Like, Taking candy from strangers
27 April 2014
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The story revolved around a man who is now broke, jobless and has many lives depending on him to be fed, including his unborn child. He then receives an anonymous phone call instructing him to commit sins , for each of which he'll be paid heavily.

The movie delivers exactly what you expect and want of it , however the ending doesn't satisfy you as much as you seek. The sins start out as small , easy and stupid, followed by violence and gore.

The acting is justified by the actor and the direction is well paced with the story line. The ending however dissatisfying, reveals an interesting turn to the story. It's of course a one-time watch flick but for some that is enough.

In my opinion, watch it at night when you're alone.. Do keep a snack to keep you busy for some moments.
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Undeclared (2001–2003)
6/10
No time to joke
20 April 2014
Judd Apatow had won my heart and sympathy with his show 'Freaks and Geeks', a show that was canceled soon after it started. So i thought i might give this show a try, knowing that this one too had been canceled soon after it's launch.

I was not all disappointed but not all happy either.. The only tag this show has is 'comedy' and that is the only thing i couldn't find in all of the story line , the drama and the weak acting. Although this show had great actors and great appearances, it just didn't get to me..

The only thing i loved in this show was Seth Rogens and the occasional appearances of Jason Segel. The story is also good, not great. It's filled with old book clichés and expected turns which won't keep you hooked for that long.

I don't exactly disapprove of this show, but it just wasn't up to my taste.. You might have a different taste and you might enjoy the show, but in my opinion we have so many great shows going on, why not let bygones be bygones.
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9/10
Once upon a time ...
13 April 2014
I must say that this was one of those movies that i used to recommend to others, and if asked then.. i would say that it was the best movie i'd ever seen. But Hollywood's blooming and has introduced many beautiful movies.

If not the best, i consider this flick to be one of the good ones.

It's about a simple man named Harold Crick who works a simple job and comes back to a simple apartment. However, one day he realizes that every thing he does is being narrated by a voice only he can hear.. The movie takes some interesting turns and Ferrell does a great job keeping up with them.

The story is both charming and interesting, no way you would storm off in middle of it. And the acting is simply perfect, in sync with the script.

In my opinion , the best time for you to watch it would be at night , when you're tiered after a long day, but not yet sleepy..

Watch it !
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Bernie (2011)
8/10
Good Guy Bernie
10 April 2014
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This movie is about a good at heart man who is loved by the whole town for everything he does. He works various jobs in a church and does all of them so very perfectly. One day he notices a cranky old lady who turns out to be related to his his church(i can't remember how, exactly). So he takes up the task to be-friend her and get rid of all her crankiness. The movie proceeds as an investigation(i can't tell you, about what) and becomes a beautiful ride instead.

Jack Black portrays Bernie, very obediently and beautifully. Mathhew does a great Detective as well. Everyone plays along with the story line so smartly that they over-do the script(in a positive way). This is a kind of 'feel-good' movie, and deserves a watch..

So in my opinion, watch it whenever you have the time.
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Postal (2007)
1/10
Celebrating the 'oh god why' moments of life
6 April 2014
This movie is total crap and unfunny . Not one scene brought even a smile on my face. I literally had to force myself to sit till the end, however i wasn't able to do so and had to bail out twenty minutes before it ended.

I had been told that this movie was some-what like a spoof, like the 'Scary Movie' series(which i had enjoyed in parts) , but this film was absolute crap. And the only thing i laughed at was the scene where Uwe boll is interviewed, in that scene too, i laughed only at his dumbness and nothing else.

Uwe boll has tried spinning quite a few nets of stories like terrorism, unemployment etc, but in this wrap of crap the movie ends up being full of numbing pain..I've never hated a movie so much , EVER. But Boll has made it happen.

If you want to watch a movie very badly, and this is the only choice you have in the whole wide world, skip it..
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8/10
Somewhere in middle of nowhere
4 April 2014
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This story revolves around a boy whose parents are divorced and he lives with his mother, who is dating a guy named Trent. Duncan , the boy is an introvert fellow who likes to keep his distance from Trent and basically all human beings. He prefers staying lost in his own self.

However , the unhappy teenager finds happiness at an amusement park , where he is offered a small job by a friendly guy. This place is his only way out of the misery of staying at Trent's beach house for the sake of happiness of his mother.

The story progresses slowly , through bits of happiness, sorrow, confusion and pity that are experienced by the viewers as experienced by the protagonist.

Steve Carrell's role is worth mentioning, he is seen as an antagonist, it's a role we've never seen him in before.. and he performs it very nicely. In my opinion, watch this one on a hot summer afternoon, alone..
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6/10
Okay...ish
4 April 2014
The only reason i gave this movie even a six is Will Ferrell and Wahlberg..

It is only these guys that make the movie work because i wasn't really a fan of this film's story line. The comedy is minimal and some of it is even not funny. The problem is just that we expect more when it comes to such a star cast and an amazing guest appearance by Samuel Jackson and Dwayne Johnson.

If you're looking to find a simple flick to pass your time. This might be the right choice, however if you want some serious comedy.. skip it.

Only watch this when you know you don't have anything better to watch, or you just might end up regretting..
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8/10
Version 8.0
4 April 2014
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This movie was just the right amount of cool and fun. The movie kicks off with two unemployed middle aged men hoping to get a job in Google. Somehow they manage to get an internship in the billion dollar company. And then what they face there is a 'some kinda mind hunger games' , where they have to work with a team of other misfits. Somehow they are expected to out-show the other 95% interns and get a permanent job at the company.

Vaughn and Wilson do a great job on screen , from sales to technology they are seen exploring every little challenge that comes their way as interns.

Ferrel is seen in a guest appearance as in 'wedding crashers' , however this time he's a little more of a perv and badass..

The story line plays very well as do the characters.Take it from me, this movie will show you a good time..
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Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
8/10
"It sucks !" said no one ever
2 April 2014
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When i started watching this show i didn't get hooked at once, like i had been by sherlock or by supernatural.. Instead, i hated it. In my opinion the first season was a stretch, long and slow . But little did i know, the story was just getting started.

And from season 2 , to mind-blowing seasons 4 and 5 , this show held the strings of my heart and had me waiting every week with a tub of popcorn and some cola. Even the waiting between two episodes seemed beautiful, it was the time to recall the moments of the last episode and picture the joy in our mind. The series might pick it's pieces up slowly but when it does, your mind will be blown. The story revolves around a chemistry teacher(walter white) in high school who is diagnosed with cancer. And to protect his family's life after him, he starts making meth with his old student(Jesse-Yo) who now deals in drugs.

I know the idea might not appeal to all but when you see it, you'll have a change of opinions. And in my opinion, Watch it!
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6/10
Fall and rise, and fall ,and rise, of Burgandy
1 April 2014
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I'm a huge fan of Will ferell and the first anchorman movie , this one wasn't any bad. However, i've given this movie a six because it can have different reviews from different people. I for one, laughed almost at every second scene. The acting is not commendable, but what do you expect from ferell and crew in a comedy movie, yes you'll see a bunch of actors making faces and puns. But after all, that is how modern comedy is .

The story line is interesting, as it takes us to that time in Burgandy's(will) 's life when he is no more the loved by all , and is once again living a meaningless life. But then an offer's made to him and he rounds up his crew to get back to where he fell from.

The story takes us through different phases, but those are for you to see and not me to tell. Our mood also has a huge impact on our liking or disliking of this comedy flick. For me, i had just finished up with my exams and was tired , in need to be refreshed i watched this movie and didn't regret the choice.

All i can say is, watch it only if you feel like it..
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Community (2009–2015)
9/10
A wreath of misfits
1 April 2014
Sometimes when you're bored and disappointed from TV shows like friends, or how i met your mother or maybe two and a half men.. you look around , search the goddamned web to find a refreshing series. Stop ! You've just found it.

This show is strangely refreshing. It has jokes of all kind and beautifully crafted dialogues. You'll literally find it difficult to find a favorite character. The Troy-Abid duo is my favorite , the chemistry between them doesn't seem forced, but seems natural..

The story progresses as a lawyer is sent back to college to earn a real degree unlike his fake one and his struggle to keep up with it. It doesn't take much time for you to get hooked and once you are, you'll love every minute of the show..

Watch it and love it..
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Supernatural (2005–2020)
9/10
Of beers, road and brotherhood
29 March 2014
Warning: Spoilers
I will not start by saying that this is the best show , but i will say that this is one of the good ones. This show started in 2005, it was written for one season however after a huge fan-wave took this show to season 5 when it was about to be ended again. But then the series had to be continued after a heavy following. Now here we are midway season 9 and still it never gets old. The show is a blend of thrill, comedy and heavy drama. The two brothers are absolute eye candy and the story line is the correct candy shop to show them off.

However one thing really bugged me, most episodes ended with a similar pattern. One brother is seen at the other end of the villain's weapon while the other one comes and destroys the guy from behind saving his brother. Not all episodes have such endings but most of 'em did.

Despite the minor defects . the show is pretty good. T'will hook you right up.
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The Following (2013–2015)
3/10
Hard to Follow
24 March 2014
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The idea of this series is pretty good , that both a psychotic killer and a special agent work together to solve the case of that same killer. As the show kick starts, we stay hooked for while , until the writing gets sloppy and kicks the story off it's line.

If you are a guy who watches a show because of it's story, then it's not a show for you. It gets harder and harder to keep on watching as the series proceeds to it's ending.

That being mentioned, the ending . We are left confused, dissatisfied and with a bad feeling at the end of the show. The viewers watch a show expecting it to deliver a good story and if not that then at least the ending to give a satisfying conclusion, but this show delivers not much, the ending is also very very predictable and kinda stupid.

If you take my word for it, skip the first season.
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10/10
The initials spell 'WOW'
24 March 2014
Martin Scorsese has done it again. The 70 something director known for his amazing projects like good fellas , the departed and many others has directed this movie of the same pattern as of good-fellas , which is first person narrative combined with third person story telling. The film offers us a tub full of jokes and comedy scenes delivered beautifully by the whole star-cast, Leo, Jonah and Patrick Denham.

The movie has even made an amazing selection of special appearances like Matthew and Jean Dujardin. I was really shocked when Leo didn't win the Oscar , because this time he deserved it more than ever.

So the movie in a nutshell is a full package, combing amazing story telling, with stupendous performances and beautiful direction.

WATCH IT !
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