Akhiyon Se Goli Mare (Hindi Language)

Advantages: gotta be the songs
Disadvantages: not sure

...I have not seen this movie because i rarely watch Hindi Films, but i just gotta say i love the sound track. I love the way AR Rahman has somehow put the music with the lyrics together he always does, his music is so much different to other music directors its more mellow and cant seem to put my finger on it, but all i know its different!! i love the song 'nayee samne' (dont know how to spell it), and the music it makes my tiny hairs on my spin stand up. I also love the song 'taal se taal mila'. Now i just gotta watch the movie, i now its a Love triangle typical of hindi movies but somehow this movie looks a little different!! Its by Subhash Ghai, who always does tragic films, but are always an enjoyment to watch!!... Read review

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Advantages: well acted, good story, catchy soundtrack, lots of detail, lovely setting
Disadvantages: slightly predictable

.... Acting is superb throughout, although the character of Elisabeth Russell gets on my nerves; I'm not sure whether it is bad acting or just the script. The story is fully predictable, but there's nothing wrong with that if it works. You know how the film's going to end, but the way in which it comes to that end may surprise you. DVD Extras: There's not that much in the way of DVD extras, just some deleted scenes, which are quite interesing, and filmographies of the most prolific actors and the director. Conclusion: A brilliant film that is superbly cast, acted and shot. Hindi is a wonderful language to hear, even if you can't understand a word of it, and the songs are amazing. Fully deserves the Oscar that it won as Best Foreign Film Of The Year... Read review

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Advantages: Superb acting, wonderfully moving, good music.
Disadvantages: Slightly slow, very long.

...and character traits. Looking for negative points; the film is LONG. There is actually an intermission- the first time I can recall such a thing on DVD. The actual running time is 225 minutes so make sure you set some time aside for this marathon of a film. Lagaan is a joyous celebration of the potential of the every day man to achieve remarkable things. It encourages you to reach for the stars- to fulfil your dreams and never lose your aspirations. Lagaan isn't about the joys of cricket, its a film about the roller-coaster ride that is life, presented with charm and poignancy. Year: 2001 Director: Aamir Khan Language: Hindi (some English) Best Foreign Film Nomination: Oscars, 2002 Cast: Bhuvan- Aamir Khan Gauri- Gracy Singh Elizabeth Russell- Rachel Shelley Andrew Russell- Paul Blackthorne Yashodamai- Suhasini Mulay Rajah Puran Singh... Read review

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