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Vishhu (Indian superstar Abhay Deol), a restless young man, itches to escape the fate of his father's faltering hair oil business. When the offer to drive an antique truck to the museum it is being sold to falls into his lap, Vishnu sees the trip from the desert to the sea as his ticket to freedom. As he travels across the harsh terrain, Vishnu reluctantly picks up a young runaway (Mohammad Faizal), a wandering old entertainer (Satish Kaushik) and a striking gypsy woman (Tannishthah Chatterjee, Brick Lane). When confronted with looming danger from corrupt cops and a notorious waterlord, the unlikely trio discovers the key to their freedom - the old Chevy that they have been traveling in houses not only an eccentric collection of films, but two forty-year-old film projectors to screen them.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Magic And Movies On The Road--It's Not The Destination That Is Important, But The Journey
February 19, 2011
Format:DVD
I wasn't really sure what to expect from Indian director Dev Benegal's new feature "Road, Movie." Early descriptions of the film, with talk of corrupt cops and villainous gangs, made me believe it would be a wild and chaotic chase picture. So anticipating an action comedy, this quietly humorous and surprisingly tender film caught me a bit off guard (in a good way!). Shot primarily against the desolate background of a barren Indian landscape, "Road, Movie" is a contemplative film about relationships and the community and connectivity provided by movies. This exploration into the power of cinema has such a pure quality and depicts the wonder and awe that this simple entertainment can still elicit. A road movie, a comedy, a travelogue, a romance, a social commentary--the film really taps into various genres quite effectively and ultimately delivers an unusually thoughtful character study. I was never quite sure where this road might take me, but I became more involved in the journey than in the destination.
The story of "Road, Movie" is a refreshingly simple one. A young man (Abhay Deol) looking to escape from his father's business (a sublimely silly hair oil sales position) jumps at the opportunity to make a cross country journey. Taking a dilapidated old Chevy that sidelines as a roving cinema, he heads off to freedom. His solitude is short lived, however, as he soon picks up a wayward youth, followed by a dubious mechanic, followed by a widowed gypsy. The quartet meet their share of adventures and dangers along the way, but with savvy thinking and the ability to put on a movie at their various stops--they seem to be able to overcome most obstacles. In a land with little available water, however, their biggest foe lies in a waterlord who holds a monopoly on this liquid life force. And this might just be the one challenge they won't survive!
Deol does a terrific job as the lead. An absolute tool through most of the film, his gradual softening is a joy to watch as it signifies an embracing of life itself. His companions provide much comic relief and each stop on the journey supplies a unique new experience. The absolute highlight of the film comes from an almost magical interlude at an impromptu fair. And, as I said, any time their immediate dilemma poses no easy answer--the eclectic film reels that they carry usually help to achieve a practical solution. "Road, Movie" displays how people can impact one another even in passing and how cinema can unite them. Sweet and gently affecting, this film is not a high octane romp as the DVD packaging may indicate. For me, though, the film kept me amused and entertained. It is incredibly subtle, however. While it seemed a bit slight when I was watching it, "Road, Movie" has resonated with me and I've thought about it often since then. Especially recommended for movie lovers, check this one out! KGHarris, 2/11.
The story of "Road, Movie" is a refreshingly simple one. A young man (Abhay Deol) looking to escape from his father's business (a sublimely silly hair oil sales position) jumps at the opportunity to make a cross country journey. Taking a dilapidated old Chevy that sidelines as a roving cinema, he heads off to freedom. His solitude is short lived, however, as he soon picks up a wayward youth, followed by a dubious mechanic, followed by a widowed gypsy. The quartet meet their share of adventures and dangers along the way, but with savvy thinking and the ability to put on a movie at their various stops--they seem to be able to overcome most obstacles. In a land with little available water, however, their biggest foe lies in a waterlord who holds a monopoly on this liquid life force. And this might just be the one challenge they won't survive!
Deol does a terrific job as the lead. An absolute tool through most of the film, his gradual softening is a joy to watch as it signifies an embracing of life itself. His companions provide much comic relief and each stop on the journey supplies a unique new experience. The absolute highlight of the film comes from an almost magical interlude at an impromptu fair. And, as I said, any time their immediate dilemma poses no easy answer--the eclectic film reels that they carry usually help to achieve a practical solution. "Road, Movie" displays how people can impact one another even in passing and how cinema can unite them. Sweet and gently affecting, this film is not a high octane romp as the DVD packaging may indicate. For me, though, the film kept me amused and entertained. It is incredibly subtle, however. While it seemed a bit slight when I was watching it, "Road, Movie" has resonated with me and I've thought about it often since then. Especially recommended for movie lovers, check this one out! KGHarris, 2/11.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I've seen this movie twice and am baited for the DVD release. It's a delight for the senses. Whereas many of the films characters have never left my memory, which in itself is a testament to Dev, the actors and talent of all involved. The comedy helps offset the occasional intensity. There's true cinematic magic throughout and especially during the carnival scene. I am left wanting more, a sequel perhaps?! Cheers!
Format:DVD
The movie is slow but the more I watched, the more it drew me in. I thought the acting was good and the cinematography was really awesome. It is a little boring at times, as others have said. Its not neccesarily a movie that I would watch again with full attention but I still would like to own it and would recommend it to friends.
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