Slumdog Millionaire
Fox Searchlight Pictures | Release Date: November 12, 2008
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RogerC.Nov 18, 2008
This is the thinking-man's feel-good movie.
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DanB.Nov 23, 2008
Quite possibly the best film of the decade - surely of the year. It's a winner in every sense of the word!
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ErcL.Nov 25, 2008
The best movie experience all year. Easily rates a 10. Danny Boyle does his best work to date especially interweaving flashback sequences with events going on in the present tense. Definite Oscar consideration for Best Picture. Finally, Luis The best movie experience all year. Easily rates a 10. Danny Boyle does his best work to date especially interweaving flashback sequences with events going on in the present tense. Definite Oscar consideration for Best Picture. Finally, Luis your "0" vote does not count because I can tell you haven't seen the movie at all including all the other small Arthouse movies listed on your hate list.… Expand
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MichaelANov 25, 2008
A Masterpiece. Highly original. Don't listen to anybody else. Go see it for yourself. The best film of 2008. Really. I mean, what else is there? The Dutchess? Happy Go Lucky?
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EricLNov 26, 2008
One of the most entertaining movies I have seen in a long time. Easily a top 10 for 2008 and will definitely garner awards at years end. Danny Boyle finally gets his due.
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EricSNov 28, 2008
One of the best films of the year, along with "WALLY" and "Dark Knight." Like the others, "Slumdog Millionaire is as deep as it is entertaining. It also has the distinction of being one of the few great films in recent years that is genuinelyOne of the best films of the year, along with "WALLY" and "Dark Knight." Like the others, "Slumdog Millionaire is as deep as it is entertaining. It also has the distinction of being one of the few great films in recent years that is genuinely uplifting; Boyle seems to have a thing for disturbing beginnings and tragic middles followed by surprisingly happy endings. This approach is risky in that it opens up a film to accusations of implausibility and/or crowd pleasing. However, "Millionaire" succeeds where "Trainspotting" (another great, albeit flawed film in his impressive portfolio) fails in that the ending is, or rather, feels plausible, even if a closer inspection reveals an inherent lack of plausibility. However, a typically tragic ending would run counter to "Millionaire's" main point. Although the film paints a vivid picture of India with thoughtful commentary on the caste system, local religious conflict and Western society's complete lack of understanding of other cultures, at its core "Slumdog Millionaire" is concerned with the timeless themes of choice and conscience. It is plausible because it acknowledges the reality that most individuals will choose to act in their self-interest the majority of the time. On rare occasions, however, mankind's better instincts will prevail (see the film and you will know specifically what I am referring to.)… Expand
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GrantC.Nov 29, 2008
I'm not an easy critic. You could ask anyone I know But once in a while I see a movie so gorgeous and amazing, it deserves nothing less than a perfect score. So far this year, there have been three years to obtain perfection in my eyes: I'm not an easy critic. You could ask anyone I know But once in a while I see a movie so gorgeous and amazing, it deserves nothing less than a perfect score. So far this year, there have been three years to obtain perfection in my eyes: Slumdog Millionaire, The Dark Knight, and WALL-E. The story is utter beauty; dramati, unique, and occasionally funny. I's a classic story that will be watched over and over again for decades. Although tied with The Dark Knight for my favorite movie of the year, I can say that it is without a doubt, the frontrunner for Best Picture at these Academy Awards. Bravo to Dany Boyle for creating this masterpiece.… Expand
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PuchTheNov 29, 2008
Why is it that all the reviewers seem to be male? I have recommended this movie to 3 female friends of mine, who all saw it, and they thought it was "sweet & well done" but maybe a 7 or 8 stars out of 10. However, each one of my male friends Why is it that all the reviewers seem to be male? I have recommended this movie to 3 female friends of mine, who all saw it, and they thought it was "sweet & well done" but maybe a 7 or 8 stars out of 10. However, each one of my male friends thought it was one f the best movies this year. The last movie I saw in the realm of Slumdog was "Roberto Benigni's Life is Beautiful". I have a love for Bollywood film and music, but this is not a Bollywood film. This does have some similarities in the appearance(Film Grain), humor, music, and closing credits. NOTE: 1st 3rd of this film is in Hindi with subtitles. The best subtitling I've ever seen. Very fluid!… Expand
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SelmaS.Nov 29, 2008
An amazing film, true to the circumstances that millions grow up in and the wishes and dreams that sustain them. Incredible music and incredible cinemtography. Truly beautiful.
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BruceD.Dec 13, 2008
I am speechless.
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TomP.Dec 14, 2008
Superb!
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DavidZlotnickDec 15, 2008
A wonderful movie that is also wonderfully entertaining. Highly recommended to all.
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BillyS.Dec 19, 2008
28 Days Later was a 10, Millions was a 10.5, Sunshine was an 11 and now Slumdog Millionaire, a perfect 12! Danny Boyle is the new Kubrick, without the 10 year intervals between masterpieces. I am awestruck by the brilliance of this mans work!
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ChrisJ.Dec 22, 2008
This is a very good movie, but was much more troubling content than I expected from the trailer. I think that the way the film contrasts the slums in India with the westernized upper middle class India is interesting. The film builds to a This is a very good movie, but was much more troubling content than I expected from the trailer. I think that the way the film contrasts the slums in India with the westernized upper middle class India is interesting. The film builds to a pretty good conclusion. But you will like it more if you do go in understanding that the movie shows many harsh realities.… Expand
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CH.Dec 27, 2008
Rich character development; love story always welcomed; intelligent dialogue; story never slows down; fresh story line;
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JohnDec 18, 2009
Danny Boyle successfully combines a variety of different genres to make a truly spectacular movie. Managing to mix in drama, romance, comedy, and a very tense plot is a hard task, but this movie accomplished the feat. The acting for everyone Danny Boyle successfully combines a variety of different genres to make a truly spectacular movie. Managing to mix in drama, romance, comedy, and a very tense plot is a hard task, but this movie accomplished the feat. The acting for everyone is superb( especially for the kid actors). They put you "inside" the slum giving off the feeling of fear from their cries. I would highly recommend this modern classic.… Expand
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diannebDec 22, 2009
I found Slumdog millionaire a fascinating film. For me it is about both predestination and the choices that we make in life. Both brothers faced the same situations, but the older brother chose to live in self-preservation whereas Jamal I found Slumdog millionaire a fascinating film. For me it is about both predestination and the choices that we make in life. Both brothers faced the same situations, but the older brother chose to live in self-preservation whereas Jamal chose to still be compassionate and think of others, he kept his humanity in the face of severe cruelty and betrayal. The older brother payed the price whereas Jamal reaped the fulfillment of his dreams. The fact that the answer to each of the questions came out of the suffering in his life and accumulated to the moment when he became a millionaire, is for me about moving from survival into fulfillment. Even if it is unrealistic, it is still about triumph over adversity, and that even when life has not turned out the way we would have wanted it to, we do not have to become bitter, selfish and twisted about it, but can still love and care.… Expand
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ERG1008Aug 23, 2010
Tea wallah gets to penultimate question on "Who Wants to be a Millionaire", authorities arrest him on suspicion of cheating, reveals life story in flashbacks.
Great feel-good film which tells a great story & Danny Boyle & the cast do a greatTea wallah gets to penultimate question on "Who Wants to be a Millionaire", authorities arrest him on suspicion of cheating, reveals life story in flashbacks.
Great feel-good film which tells a great story & Danny Boyle & the cast do a great job of bringing it to life.
Brilliant visuals showing the extremes of poverty & wealth within India & has a good mixture of comedy, romance & a dark side to it.… Expand
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iamtrent424Jan 16, 2011
One of the best film ever made. Outstanding editing and directing. The acting on this movie wasn't on point but they still did a good job. The acting was okay. Outstanding movie with okay acting. The screenplay was outstanding. He turn aOne of the best film ever made. Outstanding editing and directing. The acting on this movie wasn't on point but they still did a good job. The acting was okay. Outstanding movie with okay acting. The screenplay was outstanding. He turn a simple screenplay into an outstanding film. The simplest story could also be the best story to tell. This movie was not a high budget movie. Great job with making this a good movie with out all the money. I think this is the best love story in a long time. One of my favorite movies of all time. I think you should watch this movie if you haven't seen it. If you love story that can make you cry watch this one. The music for this movie made the movie even better. Outstanding movie with okay acting in it. The acting horrible nor Outstanding it just okay.… Expand
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JonnyFendiJan 12, 2011
Danny Boyle is one of my favorite Directors. His film always reflects adventure and humanity. In his latest feature SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE, Boyle accomplished the best work of his career. The movie tells the story about a boy cruise theDanny Boyle is one of my favorite Directors. His film always reflects adventure and humanity. In his latest feature SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE, Boyle accomplished the best work of his career. The movie tells the story about a boy cruise the rough-life in India. As we knew, the poverty has been one of the problems that we faced in the third-world like India. This picture won 8 Oscars, including prime category in: Best Picture, Director, and Adapted Screenplay. Its Begins at present time, Jamal Malik (The main character) was caught into police custody. He accused being cheated in WHO WANTS TO BE MILLIONAIRE quiz show. Jamal Capability answering all the questions made them astonished. The story starts when the Police Inspector interrogates Jamal about what happen before. Jamal childhood was told by her mother dead tragically in a riot. Young Jamal begins to live in the street later. He was accompanied by his brother, Salim and a girl named Latika. Later we know that his motive to participate in this quiz is to find Latika. The story adorn with friendship, betrayal and love. The plots in overall is not naive, also tells us that life is not always fair. Fact about this movie was so ironic. Some of The Supporting Casts still had been living in the slum, somewhere in Bombay. But they are getting full time education now. I heard that the movie maker wants to keep the money in trusted fund, so when they turn 16 or 17 they will get their salary which about 100.000 dollars each. In my opinion, the only way to won WHO WANTS TO BE MILLIONAIRE quiz was just like this story. Maybe I could not had all the knowledge in the world, but if you asked me about something I experience in life,..Yes, I can answer. Visit My Blog on JONNY'S MOVEE on : http://jonnyfendi.blogspot.com… Expand
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avatar16Apr 7, 2012
Dans Slumdog Millionaire, il faut admettre que l'on peut trouver de tout! On a une sorte de conte naïf (qui peut agacer un peu, surtout à la fin), qui offre au film une légèretéDans Slumdog Millionaire, il faut admettre que l'on peut trouver de tout! On a une sorte de conte naïf (qui peut agacer un peu, surtout à la fin), qui offre au film une légèreté bienvenue et rend l'affaire parfois drôle. On a également une vision de l'Inde plutôt cruelle, dénonçant sans vergogne par quelques scènes "dures" (des enfants rendus aveugles pour mendier) la pauvreté, mais toujours avec la bonne humeur citée à l'instant. Egalement une sorte d'hommage aux produits bollywoodiens (il n'y a qu'à voir la scène de danse pendant le générique final). Bref, Slumdog Millionaire est une véritable bouffée d'air frais, mis en scène avec savoir-faire et porté par un bon casting.… Expand
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TyranianApr 13, 2019
Definitely a terrific film, wonderfully directed by Boyle and has a quite thrilling story. Great stuff.
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StevenFJul 27, 2013
The rags to riches tale that Slumdog Millionaire tells is a world away from anything we have ever seen, it combines a near fearless child who has the darkest and most heartbreaking of stories, constantly fighting a battle right into hisThe rags to riches tale that Slumdog Millionaire tells is a world away from anything we have ever seen, it combines a near fearless child who has the darkest and most heartbreaking of stories, constantly fighting a battle right into his teens. The film is told in a non-linear fashion and in a very unorthodox way, how various words or motions can spark memories, and in this case, our struggling child, now a teen Jamal (Dev Patel) is sitting on the Indian version of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, and how he came to know the answers surrounding his culture.
The film is told in flashbacks in Jamal's disturbing childhood, and the ongoing slum that are very real and very poverty-stricken places in the current age. Jamal, his brother Salim and their new friend Latika, played as a young adult later in the film by Frieda Pinto, who Jamal spends most of the film trying to find after unfortunate events separate them. As children, the film explores the bond between brothers, even in the most dastardly circumstances, starving and begging, Jamal and Salim must make it on their own.
Slumdog certainly tells a tragic and heartbreaking tale, but it also brings a sense of exhilaration and an uplifting sense of purpose, its easy to immediately care for the characters, whether they are trying to stay alive or being thieves, its a realisation of the live they have lead, and how they will use any means necessary to get by.
The character performances, wonderful fast-paced editing and upbeat soundtrack really make the film shine, from the child actors to the adults, who we travel with as they grow up and become who they are. It is really about perseverance and survival, we see these kids who think the way we do, they worship celebrities, have over-bearing mothers and begin to think about money, they perhaps don't realise the life they have, and don't know any other way.
With all the seriousness of the film, there is plenty of humour throughout the film, perhaps to lighten the heart, but also the personification the western civilisation may put on this culture, like call centres for example. The film addresses the culture in its fullest, its high and low points, but arguably most of all its lows, director Danny Boyle has created an astonishing surprise that touches the heart in a pounding fashion, with excellent performances and a realisation of the life away from your own.… Expand
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MetallicCriticDec 20, 2011
One of the most hated movies by film lovers. But I won't jump the band wagon by giving it a low score because the score I give it is the score that it deserves. This is an excellent made film about love and money. This film is about an IndianOne of the most hated movies by film lovers. But I won't jump the band wagon by giving it a low score because the score I give it is the score that it deserves. This is an excellent made film about love and money. This film is about an Indian that has been poor his whole life and gets a change at the game Who Wants to be a Millionaire. He gets thrown in jail for the conspiracy of cheating for getting all the questions right. There is a special way he knew all the answers. If you don't know what I am talking about then you have to watch this. Dev Patel was the perfect actor for the role because he has the appearance and personality of an underdog. This film was very inspirational and gives a feel of hope to everyone that watches it. My favorite part was at the end when Jamal has to call someone for the answer to the last question that can win it all. Knowing for sure that his brother, the man who he called knows the answer. But his brother isn't the person that picks up.… Expand
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RegOzFeb 1, 2012
This movie is ingenious, gripping, at times dramatic and at times quite humorous. It is well framed and original. Although, the way that things unfold is quite fictional and it is not always believable, it is a movie that most types ofThis movie is ingenious, gripping, at times dramatic and at times quite humorous. It is well framed and original. Although, the way that things unfold is quite fictional and it is not always believable, it is a movie that most types of audiences will enjoy. It is definitely not a masterpiece, yet the performances and direction are remarkable and won't disappointed. It is not art house but it is not what I would call a typical blockbuster...it is just a movie that discloses a reality that for most of us Westerners is unknown. As I have travelled (as a tourist) through many places in India, this movie has brought to my memory my own experiences up there. It has also reminded me not only of the beauty of that country but also of its misery; in spite of it, Indian people stays optimistic and proud of its roots. This film succeeds in exploring India's reality. It shows a country in which the difference between deprived and privileged classes is abysmal...but where the hope is not lost...Overall, is not an outstanding movie but it is indeed unforgettable...… Expand
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csw12Mar 30, 2012
Slumdog Millionaire is a wonderful life story and a true celebration of the human spirit. The movie had great scenary with music the flowed great witht the film. Definitly one to watch.
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Trev29Mar 31, 2012
This is an amazing film that tells one of the most powerful and uplifting good feeling messages of all time. It is so different than typical Hollywood films and was a complete delight to see it get recognized by everybody. A must see!
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GagaForGhibliJun 3, 2012
One Of The BEST MOVIES OF ALL TIME!
Simply Amazing 100% Enjoyed..
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geedupJul 8, 2012
Immersed in a silly plot of being a contestant on a game show, are very touching, photogenic stories to outline the main character's answers. Almost in vignette styled storytelling. The flashbacks leave an imprint even though the nextImmersed in a silly plot of being a contestant on a game show, are very touching, photogenic stories to outline the main character's answers. Almost in vignette styled storytelling. The flashbacks leave an imprint even though the next flashback is on its way too.… Expand
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LemayAug 5, 2014
I was in India and I could see a lot things that the movie shows, The screenplay is amazing, it describes the naked truth in a slums of India within a love story.
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SpangleJul 20, 2016
Slumdog Millionaire is an incredible film from director Danny Boyle. A sprawling look at a boy going from rags to riches from the slums to the a popular game show, Slumdog Millionaire is heartbreaking and revolutionary. It not justSlumdog Millionaire is an incredible film from director Danny Boyle. A sprawling look at a boy going from rags to riches from the slums to the a popular game show, Slumdog Millionaire is heartbreaking and revolutionary. It not just entertains, but moves and tells a phenomenal story of this young man's life and how he became he who is and how he got into the position he is now. Dev Patel does not have to do much as much of the film is told through flashback, but he does do a good job, as does the rest of the cast. The film can be incredibly hard to watch at times, but it shoulders those scenes with fun and endearing moments that really reveal the character of this man. Also standing as an epic romance type of film, it does become unbelievable at times, but ma oh man if this one is not heartwarming, then what is? This is powerhouse of a film from director Danny Boyle that will make you think, will make you cry, and will make you laugh. What else can you ask for?… Expand
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jfrotylpe532Nov 11, 2012
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is an interesting thriller with a super exciting story of how an Indian boy survives through many perils and then ends up winning who wants to be a millionaire because of brief moments from his childhood. It was sad,disturbing,and every else you want to see in a good movie.
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Compi24Jun 22, 2014
"Slumdog Millionaire" is a truly heartrending, pulse-pounding, and electrifying filmic feat that clearly defines the unequivocal talent and mastery within the mind of Danny Boyle.
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Annoymous1Jan 10, 2013
This movie is about generally 92%! The emotional scenes are excellent and basically the first movie to use a incredible game show the "Who wants to be a millionaire" and turns it into a lively show of colors and drama. Defenetly worth the money!
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HaithamBayazeedMar 1, 2013
Really gross and disturbing wonder of a one of a kind movies in Slumdog Millionaire, good enough, although disgusting more than enough, pushed the max of gross.
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NathantheReviewMar 8, 2013
Stunning, Amazing, Brilliant, Full of love, intelligent. These are the few words that describe Slumdog Millionare and there are millions more. Dev Patel puts in an amazing performance, Danny Boyle directs a brilliant movie, Slumdog MillionareStunning, Amazing, Brilliant, Full of love, intelligent. These are the few words that describe Slumdog Millionare and there are millions more. Dev Patel puts in an amazing performance, Danny Boyle directs a brilliant movie, Slumdog Millionare is a triumph… Expand
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FreekandiFeb 23, 2014
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best movie ever! this is the classic version of the newer film "Life of Pi" and is just as emotional, somewhat more exciting and one of my personal favourite movies!… Expand
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heeldavidJul 6, 2014
This is a really uplifting and amazing feel-good movie, it is very innovative and is full of great acting and directing from the talented Danny Boyle. It is a very good film
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chwJul 18, 2014
Slumdog Millionaire was slow some of the time, but it was still a very good story that was very well portrayed by Dev Patel, Freida Pinto, Madhur Mittal, and Irrfan Khan.
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movielove111Apr 2, 2014
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Based on a bestseller book,SDM is a true and gritty film on an individual who is on a quiz show. Anil Kapoor could have done better. There is a sense of drama and finesse in every scene. My personal favourite is the scene in which a character puts money notes around bath tub and gets shot simultaneously. Conveyed a great meaning about his character. Characterization and screenplay are sharp ending up as the high points of this movie. Could not appreciate the Bollywood style dance at the railway station after the climax scene.… Expand
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hanneguacamoleJul 9, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jamal isn't a genius. He's a millionaire. A Slumdog Millionaire. Through a series of flashbacks and alternate shots, we gain a glimpse into a life of hardship fueled by love and loyalty. His goal wasn't to be a contestant on this game show, it was to find his long lost/taken away soulmate.

Being raised in the slums cannot be easy by any sense of the word, and each of these answers were painstakingly fought for, like everything Jamal has. There are two important relationships in his life. His brother, Salim, and his childhood friend, Latika. I never got the sense that Salim was really a good brother despite the times he bailed out Jamal from getting blinded or killed, but I almost felt like those were acts of self-preservation, not done for his brother, but so he could live with himself. Their relationship is vanquished once greed takes over and forces Jamal out. There isn't room for the both of them anymore, despite all they've been through together.

Discrimination puts Jamal in this place of not being trusted. How could a guy from the slums get so many questions correct? It is written. "When somebody asks me a question, I tell them the answer." His demeanor is strikingly opposite than that of his brother. The light force contrasting with darkness. Even the host of the game show is another adversity to overcome. There can't be another millionaire from the slums! Ultimately, the reunion of Jamal and Latika is a perfect storm of overcoming the obstacles of their pasts. Slumdog Millioinaire was able to show us utter despair with a light at the end of the tunnel. I hurt for Jamal. I hurt for Latika. I even hurt for Salim. But most of all I'm amazed by the journey; the complexity of the romance.… Expand
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CineAutoctonoAug 1, 2015
Oscar winner and acclaimed by the public , it is , confirms a film like Slumdog Milionaire , a great story that identifies a young man who knew everything that the past helped overcome the most incredible program as ' ' Who Wants to be aOscar winner and acclaimed by the public , it is , confirms a film like Slumdog Milionaire , a great story that identifies a young man who knew everything that the past helped overcome the most incredible program as ' ' Who Wants to be a Milionaire ' ' , and we saw a lifetime of India, its people culltura and undoubtedly a great story with fascinating looks.… Expand
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kyle20ellisMar 12, 2022
Slumdog Millionaire was so much better than I expected, after reading mixed reviews in general. The very talented director Danny Boyle directs with a very sharp focus, that made the film as clever and engaging as it was. The film also allowsSlumdog Millionaire was so much better than I expected, after reading mixed reviews in general. The very talented director Danny Boyle directs with a very sharp focus, that made the film as clever and engaging as it was. The film also allows an insight into the fully fleshed-out characters, that we do empathise with, and has very relevant themes presented throughout. The story for the film was a fantastic and very original one, and was beautifully constructed. The script was well crafted, and the excellent performances from all involved brought it across fine. Though I must say, the real star is the city of Mumbai itself, captured perfectly on cameras, thanks to the superb cinematography. My only minor criticism was that I wasn't sure what the dance at the end was all about;apart from that the acting, direction and scripting were all top notch, and made it the wonderful film that it actually is. 9/10 Bethany Cox… Expand
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aadityamudharApr 6, 2016
Slumdog millionaire does suffer from some silly dialogue, but the film is beautifully filmed, mighty, wondrous, romantic and just fantastically acted. It deserves its Oscar. I give this film 82%.
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johnslegersJan 3, 2016
After seeing "Shallow Grave", "Trainspotting", "The Beach" and "28 Days Later..." I was curious to see the latest film by Danny Boyle since it was praised by regular movie fans and critics alike. I wasn't quite fond of "The Beach", but theAfter seeing "Shallow Grave", "Trainspotting", "The Beach" and "28 Days Later..." I was curious to see the latest film by Danny Boyle since it was praised by regular movie fans and critics alike. I wasn't quite fond of "The Beach", but the other 3 Danny Boyle films I'd seen were all incredibly original, compelling and in some way disturbing.

I didn't have any idea what to expect of "Slumdog Millionaire" except that it was about a slum dog who became a millionaire on a TV game show and that's not really much. But man, it blew me away. The soundtrack was simply amazing and due to its mixture of Indian and Western influence I'm sure it sounds somewhat exotic to anyone listening it regardless of cultural origin. Boyle's smooth editing, excellent sense for soundtrack and cynical world view make this disturbing film a rare gem among anything coming out on film these days.

If you asked me to describe "Slumdog Millionaire" in one sentence, I would say it's a mixture of "Citade de Deus" (Eng: City of God) and a classic romance story, but that would not do this film any justice. Mr Boyle, it seems you pulled another "Trainspotting" on us viewers. I didn't know you still had it in you.… Expand
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MovieMasterEddyApr 3, 2016
"Slumdog Millionaire" is driven by fantastic energy and a torrent of vivid images of India.

Surging with colors, music, the ever-present swarming multitudes and the vitality of its youthful characters, the pic begins disturbingly with the"Slumdog Millionaire" is driven by fantastic energy and a torrent of vivid images of India.

Surging with colors, music, the ever-present swarming multitudes and the vitality of its youthful characters, the pic begins disturbingly with the sight of police torturing a young man to make him confess how he’s been able to make a run up to the ultimate prize of 20 million rupees on the nation’s most popular quizshow. “I knew the answers,” the sullen fellow insists, and Simon Beaufoy’s intricate and cleverly structured script illustrates how that came to be.

Spurred by intermittent interludes devoted to 18-year-old Jamal Malik (Dev Patel) correctly answering the multiple-choice questions posed by “Millionaire” host Prem (Indian superstar Anil Kapoor) in front of a boisterous live studio audience, flashbacks slashingly present the devastatingly difficult but opportunistic childhoods of Jamal and his brother, Salim. Living in Mumbai’s most squalid slum, they lose their mother in a mob attack on Muslims. Forced to forage and live by their wits as they commit petty crimes, the boys make their lives more interesting when they accept a new partner, the adorable Latika, who smites 7-year-old Jamal to the quick.

The street kids learn more smarts from a **** operator who runs a sort of criminal orphanage in a remote area, sending his charges into the city for dishonest days’ work. When it seems Jamal is about to have his eyes gouged out to make him a higher-earning beggar, the three make a desperate run for it. The boys manage to jump on a speeding train, but not Latika.

As these and many other stories of tragedy and exhilaration play out, it becomes clear that each one has taught Jamal something that directly informs his success on “Millionaire.” This device could have seemed contrived, but Boyle and Beaufoy, working from a novel by Vikas Swarup, uninsistently make the case that the most useful intelligence, in all its forms, comes from life experience.

Granted, the two brothers, once into their teens, don’t end up on the same road. In the film’s lightest and most amusing passage, they become self-appointed tour guides at the Taj Mahal, giving visitors funny misinformation and pulling little scams in sequences that effectively present touristic India from the p.o.v. of mischievous local youths. Shortly, however, their criminal enterprises become more serious, forcing them to scram back to Mumbai, where they find Latika in dubious circumstances.

Jamal takes small-time jobs and forlornly carries the torch for Latika while Salim rises in the criminal ranks, and the pic’s final stretch provides stunning views of enormous bad-taste skyscrapers rising from the very ground where the boys so insignificantly began their lives. The build-up to Jamal’s climactic appearances on “Millionaire” are milked for all they’re worth, as the entire country hangs on his every answer.

The tough look at poverty and crime at all levels of society shoves the occasional coincidences and questionable plot developments firmly to the side, and the rush Boyle manifestly got from shooting such an intense story on these locations is fully felt in the film. The logistic considerations alone must have been mind-boggling, as a majority of scenes include what seem like hundreds of bystanders. Lenser Anthony Dod Mantle’s camera is often on the prowl or the run, and it sometimes dashes through jammed streets and shantytown alleys at the speed of the sprinting kids themselves. Images are stunning sans arty posturing, and Chris Dickens’ editing is breathless without being exhausting.

Mostly nonpro kids in the main roles are entirely credible and segue without confusion as three thesps assume each of the principals at different ages. Kapoor is perfect as the preening, melodramatic and devious gameshow host, and vet Irrfan Khan invests the interrogating officer with varied shades as matters proceed.

As drama and as a look at a country increasingly entering the world spotlight, “Slumdog Millionaire” is a vital piece of work by an outsider who’s clearly connected with the place. Musical elements provide a major kick, as does a rousing and unexpected end-credits dance number at a train station.… Expand
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AproxxAug 4, 2018
"This movie felt like they were trying to make us know all the things that happen ""normally"" in India. I felt that way. So a ton of crap happens to our protagonists. Probably too much to be realistic. And yet is just so well done that I"This movie felt like they were trying to make us know all the things that happen ""normally"" in India. I felt that way. So a ton of crap happens to our protagonists. Probably too much to be realistic. And yet is just so well done that I don't mind. The pacing (and editing) is so ridiculously good that you can wait to see what's going to happen next.

In the end. It might not be the most refined movie ever, but is hard to be belive that you wont enjoyed, at least, and loved it at most"… Expand
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alejandro970Feb 23, 2020
When Danny Boyle (Trainspotting, 28 days after) met Bollywood. The viewer shall pay attention for get and find the clues about how a Mumbai backstreet boy could became millionaire in a quiz show. The movie that put Mumbai, Dev Patel andWhen Danny Boyle (Trainspotting, 28 days after) met Bollywood. The viewer shall pay attention for get and find the clues about how a Mumbai backstreet boy could became millionaire in a quiz show. The movie that put Mumbai, Dev Patel and Frieda Pinto in the spotlight.… Expand
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Dragonfly44Oct 11, 2018
It’s an amazing feel good love story that it sure to blow you away. Rating - 94%
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amheretojudgeAug 7, 2018
a dulcet tone that never hurts..

Slumdog Millionaire 3 And A Half Out Of 5 Slumdog Millionaire is a plot driven dramatic feature about an aspiring kid from slum who seeks his destiny through his good-will nature "with all odds". Boyle'sa dulcet tone that never hurts..

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3 And A Half Out Of 5

Slumdog Millionaire is a plot driven dramatic feature about an aspiring kid from slum who seeks his destiny through his good-will nature "with all odds". Boyle's world in here is rugged and darker than it anticipated to be but fortunately since it ends on a higher ideal and a mellow note than any of the projected ones in the feature, it lands safe and sound.

The jump-starter of the feature is of course its smart concept but often the ingenious idea fades away among multiple characters with their individual sub-plots but in here with the help an amazing editing by Dickens the spine of the feature never turns jelly. It is beautifully shot with amazing camera work and mesmerizing visuals and on the other hand it also consists some sinister ideology; especially in its first half, that is utterly inedible to encounter. It is rich on technical aspects like stunning cinematography, up beating background score and smarter costume design than one usually gets (the lead actress is often wearing a shade of yellow; a slick move). The adapted screenplay is gripping, bold and filled with electrifying sequences that shakes the audience and demands attention throughout the course of it; the run-time flows like a high current. At the end of it, it always will be Boyle's imaginative world that is brimmed with almost too much colors and yet respects each aspect of it to give enough space and range to factor in effectively. The performance is appreciative if not stellar, especially by Patel, Khan, Kapoor and Pinto. Cunning and finely detailed script, excellent execution and plethora of emotions that the thrilling ride offers are the high points of the feature. Slumdog Millionaire is actually a dulcet tone that never hurts where the makers are playing it safe but with bigger guns than ever.… Expand
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NinsreynethApr 1, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Slumdog Millionaire The movie is about the Slumdog Millionaire. The character of the movie is the boy have brave and clever. His name is Jamal. uneducation, met a lot of struggle in his life but he is the lucky boy because he get a millionaires from quiz on the TV show.
The story begins in Mumbai have a small poor family. In this family have only one mother and two sons. The first son name is Salim and second son name is Jamal. After that in mumbai have many war that why can made salim and Jamal got lost and their mother was death. As Jamal was 18 years old he joined the competition at the India version of Who Want to Be a Millionaire. At that time when jamal was trying to answer the questions suddenly his brother shouted his name that why Salim knew his brother because his brother was lost when their was a child. And then when Jamal was walking on the street suddenly he met with his girlfriend. At that time can made Jamal feel excited because he got lost her for a long time. Finally Jamal is the person have uneducated, get pushes and have a lot struggle in his life but he is clever and brave. One day he got a millionaire from quiz on the TV show in India and he met his girlfriend and they live together for a long time and get a happiness.… Expand
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RollinSep 6, 2019
Amazing story being told by different memories. Very unique film that exceutes on all levels. Warning: extremely sad
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loremMar 29, 2020
A movie with impeccable cinematography and a traumatic retrospective story about the terrible "sin" of being poor in a world that still wants you that way
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GoobisJul 9, 2020
An all around solid film that explores the main character's life in an interesting and engaging way. It's really worth a watch. It has some very tense moments and makes you really emapthize with and understand the main character.
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geewahAug 9, 2021
An uplifting tale that at times can be overly sentimental but on the whole is a well directed movie by Danny Boyle.
It's a shame the movie doesn't really kick into gear until the final 1/3 though.
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Farhan41Dec 16, 2020
Obviously it's a good movie.Maybe the best adapted movie from Indian movie industry
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YearRoundBrownApr 12, 2021
The only reason I'm posting this, this long after the movies release is that there are way too many bad reviews of this film. Even if the overall production was horrible, which it isn't, Danny Boyle does phenomenal with the shots needed forThe only reason I'm posting this, this long after the movies release is that there are way too many bad reviews of this film. Even if the overall production was horrible, which it isn't, Danny Boyle does phenomenal with the shots needed for the editing room which he does on almost every film he makes. needed to edit a movie of his which happens with every thing he touches. His editor doesn't get enough credit because every movie he makes is it perfectly cut and he always gets the best of his actors as far as direction goes. Now that I'm thinking of it, the only actor to ever have a bad scene/take in a Danny Boyle film is Seth Rogen in Steve Jobs, but other than that, I think I can honestly say that there isn't a bad take shot by Danny Boyle. And this is made after the reboot of Aladdin. Which he wrote and shot as good as a reboot of Aladdin could've been.… Expand
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DunkaccinoMar 20, 2023
In the end, I found myself at the edge of my seat—as I imagine many people did, and realized that I do care for these characters a great deal.
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Tommy2005Feb 15, 2022
SLumdog Millionair made me sweaty when watching it for the first time. With compelling characters and meaningful story with amazing soundtrack, it deserves to be one the best film from Danny Boyle
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royalguy07Jan 30, 2023
Salim was an undercover great movie villain, the M.I.A. Paper Planes needle drop was wild in this movie. Thought it was pretty good.
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VirtualnerdMay 31, 2023
This movie is an emotional rollercoaster. It has some of the lowest lows and the highest highs in movie history. Highly recommend.
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Maxisgoat1717Apr 9, 2023
Why it rocks: The story is very clean, simple, and easy to follow and the graphics are really good looking. The cast did a great job, and the direction is really well done, plus there’s a nice hint of romance. It won an Oscar for pretty muchWhy it rocks: The story is very clean, simple, and easy to follow and the graphics are really good looking. The cast did a great job, and the direction is really well done, plus there’s a nice hint of romance. It won an Oscar for pretty much anything it could have, and for a good reason.… Expand
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Manucci555Aug 18, 2023
A personal favorite of mine, I used to love this film so dearly when I was much younger. I could go on but I think it requires no explanation. Its a wonderful film.
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