Jul 28, 2003 04:20 PM
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(Updated Jul 28, 2003 04:33 PM)
Dekhna Mana Hai...aur dekha toh...Hasna Mana Hai
That pretty much summarizes the whole movie.
DISCLAIMER: I have tried not to leak out any of the suspense material (of whatever little there is), but in case any of you felt that way, it was completely unintentional
After so much hype on all channels on air, the FM radio channels inviting each of those scores of actors-actresses in the movie for a tête-à-tête, attractive publicity measures, ultimately do end up bamboozling even smart people (I am not talking about myself here)!
The trailers were so crisp, the title track so inviting, ultimately Second-day second show managed to get to see this movie.
Now, after the one of our dear friends saw this first day first show, everything has been said about the plot, the actors, actresses, director, producer, etc-all the regular details.
I wouldn’t want to go through all of that again, but just point out certain pros and cons of this movie…….
The Good
• A new concept-with the movie getting based on short stories
• Excellent background score by Salim-Sulaiman- quite a repetition of the Bhoot attempt though, yet this is one thing that holds the grip of the audience and gives the movie those miniscule chances of living upto its name and scaring the audience.
• Must have been a tough job to handle so many actors-actresses considering the tantrums they throw (remember the Baby of Rangeela and her mom)
• The multitude of actors are not given one song each, this movie would have overtaken Hum Aapke Hai kaun ! The only music track is the one accompanying the Credits – The Title Track.
• Breaking the movie in to 6 and more parts makes it easier to bear
• Excellent performances (as much as their role-length and script would allow them) by Raghuvir Yadav ( School teacher) and Boman Irani ( Hotel Owner and a passionately fierce campaigner against SMOKING )
The Bad
• When the movie revolves around 6 stories, there needs to be a tight line integrating them, which is lacking. As one goes through the reels one tends to forget the base of the movie
• Each Actor has a very small role to play and hence no one actually assumes responsibility for the movie…its like too many cooks spoiling the broth
• At the few times when the movie does manage to induce fear in the audience, it is not maintained, but turned into a joke very soon.
• Simple thoughts like how does a close-knit group of friends allow the gals to walk alone in the jungle-keeps gnawing the mind ( So much for chivalry …)
The Ugly
• Trying to dread the audience with Apples and Cigarettes…….why don’t they treat us Indian Audience any better? In trying to go the “DIFFERENT” way, are they trying to just lose grip of the audience likes and feelings? After all, are movies made for the audience or just to be a by-product of the Director’s dreams ( Nitemares ? )
• The story of the Teacher shows the Class Teacher whacking a small girl each day with his cane, another very poor idea again, should have used some other mode of punishment.
• Using two reels of the moving in playing the STATUE game !
All said and done, this movie should be watched once for the differently DIFFERENT treatment given, a unique concept and the hoards of performers that have gathered just to entertain (actually scare ) you ! I hope this drives home a few lessons:
~ Gals: Never go out with guys you cant trust on a trip that requires driving at night through jungles
~ Smoking is really bad for life
~ An apple a day keeps the doctor away. ( That’s coz only if you live do you need to see the doctor )
~ Never ask for a lift from a guy on a deserted street especially if hey is wearing glares!
~ This one for gals again- if a guy is stalking you, before you give him a nasty response, just make sure you can move when he says “STOP”
~ For kids: Please don’t attend class without doing your homework and don’t write Om, Cross sign, or any other religious signs at the top of the pages. This can really drive your teacher crazy
