The Great Gatsby (2013) - 3.5/5

I’m not a reader of fiction. Therefore I don’t compare the movies with it adapted novel. While some say The Great Gatsby has not kept its expectations in par with the novel I would say it’s a marvelous piece of cinema that dazzle the viewer with it unimaginably beautiful glamour and visual beauty. The story though it may seems is takes a slow phase to grow and hit the climax the sheer amount of multi-colored 3D worthy CG and set developments along with the marvelous details in the costume department keeps viewers attention quite well. At times it’s as if these people and places are made out of heaven and that’s exactly what the director wants us to believe. And that imagination pours in the screen from minute to more noticeable elements alike. Speaking of the plot it is not a letdown either. And the brilliant portrayal of Gatsby by Caprio is the strength of the cast which obviously what he does remarkably with each and every challenging role he seems to sign up for. All in all The Great Gatsby is a visually stunning joy ride to the pain.

The Great Gatsby (2013) 3.5/5

World War Z (2013)

After seeing many movies and one of the most fantastic TV series about the zombies up to the latest season, I though zombies cannot get better. But I was wrong. World War Z takes the zombie plague to a whole new level coupled with a strong plot, great acting and never before seeing zombie action not by hundreds but by in millions. And these zombies are a totally different breed to any you have witnessed before that are faster, filled with stamina and chases down the pray with any cost. And boy they are hunters. But their sole purpose is not eating you whole. It’s something else! World War Z simply could have being just another zombie movie if it was not for these innovative additions. And it runs solidly for two hours without a bit of relaxation and keeps the viewer on the edge of their seats. If you're yet to see this, get ready for the zombie chase of your life.

World War Z (2013) 3/5

What Maisie Knew (2013)

When you read the title of this movie it generates kind of a curiosity. Knowing obviously the kid is Maisie and she is the lead character the viewer would expect some kind of a mystery to reveal itself. But in reality there is no mystery here. It’s all plain and simple. And as simple it is the truth is somewhat unbearable to realize in this deep detail. Adults being adults and the children who become objects of their ego and big life expectations are the underlying reality that unveils here. Maybe Maisie actually realized that but she has no way to change anything. Love is all what she wants and seems like it does comes in many forms but not in the form she actually expects it. For most part of the movie you feel sorry for her. And rarely for a moment you actually feel happy for her. And come to think of it that can be the exact way she feels about herself, left out and unhappy most of the time. This is a good movie that targets a very real situation.

What Maisie Knew (2013) 3/5

Furious 6 (2013)

Being the latest addition to the already insanely famous but very overrated movie franchise this movie is also about supercars and super heroes. Oops! Did I make a mistake there? Nope these guys are seriously not less than superheroes. They can fly, dodge bullets and even walk through fire and cannot be crushed by a tank or a cargo plane. And the wonderful thing about Furious 6 is that this movie reinvents most of the theories about physics and it still looks amazingly workable. Being said all that if I mention the seriously breathtaking points of the whole deal is none other than the lineup of freaking awesome cars and fast driving. Isn't that all you actually expect from this movie? And it delivers just that to the satisfaction of the adrenaline junkies out there who are wannabe street car racers and kings of heists. Finally it feature the awesome Vin Diesel and Dwayne Johnson neck to neck with their deep voices sometimes more convincing than the ramming v8 engines. And to end this short review I must mention the already much talked about runway. It indeed is very very very very long. But to my amusement it does had an end point.

Furious 6 (2013) 2.5/5

The Hunt (2012)

One thing I know is that it’s nearly impossible to explain the feelings I got when I watched this mesmerizing piece of drama. It’s no doubt one of the most powerful storyline unfolded on a movie and definitely very hard to witness for any person who has even a bit of wetness in their hearts. At times there is no pleasure in watching this but it’s just mere pain and that pain you share with the main character that is brilliantly portrayed by skilled Mads Mikkelsen. Combined with the touching storyline and the performances Jagten is not just a drama about adults and children. It’s a story of a man wrongfully accused of a heinous act and the ruthlessness of the society that falls in the same path. We being the majority and the part of that very society become victims of our own belief system and reactions which is terribly wrong even to admit. Once you’re done with this movie you will be shocked and that shock is not delivered via blood or violence. That’s the beauty of this drama that in my opinion is incomparable to any.  Must watch!!

 The Hunt ("Jagten" original title) 2012, 5/5

Iron Man 3 (2013)

The universe of superhero movies are growing and its becoming stronger and steadier by the day. Each movie comes with spectacular work of animation and stunning stunts surpassing its predecessor. This goes equally towards the promotions and ever growing expenditure for marketing years ahead of the release of the movie. Iron Man 3 was one of such movies made bigger than it actually is through promotions. But in real the movie doesn't deliver that much entertainment. But don’t get me wrong the usual CG extravaganza and the superhero flavor is very much intact. But it fails to deliver the punch through an effective story line. The reason being Iron Man is not exactly a superhero but a machine driven hero who has to abide to the laws of physics and technological advancements of the time seems a bit too overwhelming in its performance. ‘Maybe’ even a superhero cannot deliver some of the stunts in this. I know I can't be serious here but it does bother a bit.

Apart from that as mentioned earlier the sheer amount of action in the final sequence and the breathtaking amount of small details that gives energy to the scenes this movie is totally watchable from start to end. However for some reason it failed to get my full attention. This stage of the movie is a good addition to the already popular franchise but… it’s more effective in its humor than its true emotional value. Yet it ends with some big hopes in horizon for a larger and better sequence.

Iron Man 3 (2013) 2.5/5