Tuesday night, I finally got the chance to go the movies and see Slumdog Millionaire. Man, is this a good flick. I thought I had a general idea of what it was about but at the same time had no idea. I knew it centered on a kid out of poverty getting the opportunity to play "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?". I was right, but it is so very much more than that. I just want to voice my utter " blown awayness" by this flick, don't hesitate to continue reading as I promise not to give anything away.
Think about the poorest, dirtiest, most third-class place in the world, multiply it by some random infintecint number, and the result will be where the main character Jamal is from. This is a place that you wouldn't really believe existed on planet Earth, but unfortunately it does. Jamal goes through extreme trials that test one's character.
I enjoyed so many things about this movie. The locations were so beautiful, even if it mainly took place in a slum. Everything from the cinematography to the acting was completely first class. I especially enjoyed the soundtrack which at times had the power to transport you into the film. It was very loud, and fast paced with a lot of bass. It was great. Danny Boyle is certainly worthy of winning the Best Director Oscar this year as this film is a great example of his gifts. If you are not familiar with his work, get familiar, I suggest Trainspotting, The Beach, or 28 Days Later.
The film also won Best Picture which I am completely satisfied with. In a previous post I discussed my disappointment with The Dark Knight not receiving a nomination, which I still stand by, but Slumdog definitely deserved to win. It was one of those rare films that has the ability to truly show you a completely different world than your own. I can't say enough about this movie. I actually ended up seeing it on Wednesday for the matinee, so in effect I saw it twice it less than 24 hours. The flick is coming out on DVD March 31st, but I strongly suggest seeing it in the theaters, as I'm sure it will have a more profound effect on you. I think there is something to be said for seeing flicks in the theaters as that is the way it is intended to me seen. Regardless, do yourself a favor, see this movie. I'm sure it will stay with you after it's over just like it has done with me.
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I agree people should see it in the theatres. It's one of those movies that even a big widescreen plasma tv can't do complete justice for. O, and you'd be surprised how many slums there are like that. When they pulled back and showed the set up of the slums, with the roofs all overlapping each other, I was reminded of the area of Brazil Edward Norton was in in The Incredible Hulk.
ReplyDeleteI have not heard of this movie until today and seeing numerous posts about Slumdog Millionaire and its success in the Oscars. I thought as well that Dark Knight should have atleast recieved a nomation for best picture, but if this was deserving of the win, I can only imagine how good this is after watching the newest Batman film about 5 times.
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