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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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J-ShapAug 25, 2011

There's a kinetic genius woven into the brightly colored fabric of Slumdog Millionaire, which is only something a director as wildly exuberant as Danny Boyle could accomplish. In what is a basic story, seen many times before, Boyle takes awayThere's a kinetic genius woven into the brightly colored fabric of Slumdog Millionaire, which is only something a director as wildly exuberant as Danny Boyle could accomplish. In what is a basic story, seen many times before, Boyle takes away from its roots of epic and bombast, and modernizes it into a wild, exotic adventure. It's something that can be funny (which the movie is). It's something that can be horrifying (which the movie is). It's something that can be romantic (which the movie is). It's Danny Boyle's take on a trip to somewhere else, and we're lucky enough to go with him… Expand

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Potter17Dec 11, 2011

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beautiful and emotionally satisfying. There is no other way to describe "Slumdog Millionaire". I know a lot of films have already showed poverty and violence before and the ending is quite predictable, but what matters here is not how it ends but what it takes to make us cheer so much for Jamal.… Expand

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heyitsmegrif4Jan 12, 2012

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 87%.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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MicheleC.Feb 7, 2009

The film editing was amazing. I started to leave the theater twice because the sound was way too loud (I have a hyper-sensitive sense of hearing), but the exciting pace of the movie pulled me back to my seat. I inserted some ear plugs I had The film editing was amazing. I started to leave the theater twice because the sound was way too loud (I have a hyper-sensitive sense of hearing), but the exciting pace of the movie pulled me back to my seat. I inserted some ear plugs I had in my purse, relaxed, and enjoyed the rest of the film.… Expand

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TheoPDec 1, 2008

Great movie! The beginning is definitely better than the end, mostly because of the younger actors doing an incredible job. The ending is a bit cheesy, but overall very enjoyable movie.

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DougN.Feb 8, 2009

Really enjoyed it. Found the music to be a little hard to appreciate at times. Never the less I'll not forget this one soon.

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MichelleSApr 1, 2009

Oscars aside, I heard so many good things about this movie from friends, I just had to see it. Honestly I was uninterested, had no desire to see this movie and figured I would hate it. But I really started to get into it and in the end Oscars aside, I heard so many good things about this movie from friends, I just had to see it. Honestly I was uninterested, had no desire to see this movie and figured I would hate it. But I really started to get into it and in the end thought it was a great movie. The flashbacks made it a little confusing at times, but it was necessary for the storyline. I found this to be an intriguing love story, along with a success story proving that no matter where we come from or how bad our life has been, there is always hope for a great outcome. And that even if you come from the "slums" you do not have to fit a certain stereotype as Jamal's brother did. I think it's worth watching, even if you're skeptical. The only reason I gave it an 8 is because it was a bit slow to get into the meat of the story and in the beginning it was a bit choppy.… Expand

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caporegimeJun 10, 2009

Danny Boyle turned a simple plot into a superb movie. Not every director has that kind of talent. Not every plot turns into a well done movie. One of the best movies this year.

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KieranSFeb 24, 2009

Rightly said N.C. It is utter hype, and pure escapism. Forrest Gump 2 is a good nickname for this movie.

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NC.Feb 7, 2009

Americans, Indians and their high fibre diet.... I stake my house that this movie and Benjamin Button (aka Forrest Gump Two) sweep the oscars.... Why!!?? Instead of trying to shape the thought of your nations via ignorance and the glossing Americans, Indians and their high fibre diet.... I stake my house that this movie and Benjamin Button (aka Forrest Gump Two) sweep the oscars.... Why!!?? Instead of trying to shape the thought of your nations via ignorance and the glossing over of serious issues and complex situations with superficial and insulting generalisations and inaccuarcies to suit said 'high-fibre diet' i.e., show them what makes them feel good and works, not what is true and makes one truly think and self-examine - good AND THE UGLY (and in all it's glory, not manipulated and summarised for easier consumption, you pussies).... remember when america gave all those awards to Forrest Gump? It is a silly robert zemekis fantasy movie of such incredible historical inaccuracies and crass ignorance that it is regarded by some nowadays as the worst film of all time - certainly one of the most intellectually-insulting cinematic experiences of all time.... but, oh, America the brave and the free and all things that are good.... and good 'ol india, represented by a handsome young man with good luck on his side, rising above his situation to manage to win a million dollars in an hour and have the woman of his dreams while the cities and country rot in a cess pool of rubbish, filth, human excrement and real, honest BROKEN dreams in their tens upon tens of millions..... wake up!! Danny Boyle even udnerpaid the indian mumbai orphans used int he film etc... touche. The Oscars handed about two oscars to 'No Country FOM' last year and even one critic above in reviewing 'Slumdog M' (a stupid, stupid reworking of the title "Q and A", but a reworking that reveals the uncomfortable contradictions inherent in the minds of the filmmakers and indeed their hearts too.... as they must manipulate, which disrespects the audience) refers to how 'after last years black-hearted NCFOM' etc etc----..WTF!!??? NCFOM is one of the greatest films ever made - indisputebly. Great art doesn't always put a smile on your face but that doesn't make it worse..... If I recall rightly, Romeo and Juliet is the greatest romance of all time and the most enduring... Tell me, how did that one turn out? Happiness is what you actually DO with your life..... art is about growing and being taken to places unexpected, being tested emotionally, intlelectually and intestinally and not giving in brainlessly to the slap and tickle you fantasized about in la-la land and then giving the piece of trash 11 oscars. Put it this way, as a NZer, Return of the King deserved about 4...... but you crazy americans get all caught up and sucked into the hype and you LOVE your high-fibre diet..... I knew when return of the king dragged on an hour too long with sentimental BS that it would sweep the oscars... SAD. Reward the best film, not the film that makes you happy - you bloody knobs.… Expand

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roberti.Feb 7, 2009

Something fresh, something new, somewhere new.

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StevenLJun 22, 2009

@ Aaron: since when does a Danny Boyle flick that cost 5 million dollars provided by Warner to produce constitute a "low-budget independent flick"? I'll agree that Slumdog was thoroughly engaging and overall satisfying, and would @ Aaron: since when does a Danny Boyle flick that cost 5 million dollars provided by Warner to produce constitute a "low-budget independent flick"? I'll agree that Slumdog was thoroughly engaging and overall satisfying, and would recommend it to others. Best picture of 2008? Maybe, maybe not, but it certainly hits a chord.… Expand

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WillE.Nov 16, 2008

Not best picture worthy. Mainly because of the highly commercial deus ex machina ending. By the halfway mark, the film starts getting progressively worse. It tries to become this romance film but does so with very little momentum. Dev Patel Not best picture worthy. Mainly because of the highly commercial deus ex machina ending. By the halfway mark, the film starts getting progressively worse. It tries to become this romance film but does so with very little momentum. Dev Patel is inconsistent while Frieda Pinta doesn't quite make it. Don't get me wrong, I did love it. The first half of the film is perfect. I was beaming the entire time with enjoyment - it was exciting, it was scary, it was funny. It was pure Dickens. By the time Jamal becomes a teenager, it begins to fall apart. Boyle's direction is tight and the editing/cinematography is immaculate. All in all though, its a good film that needs more of a audience because it is incredibly original. Good message about destiny and the tragedy of the caste system. Just wished I felt more for Latika at the end of the film.… Expand

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NomagDec 1, 2008

It was one of the best movies I have seen, but there should have been a warning, regarding the violence. There were gasps in the audience. Many people covered there eyes.

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SteveS.Dec 23, 2008

The movie moved along without letup, the acting was fine, the story was quite unusual (especially for Westerners), but somehow it did not really grab me emotionally.

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DavidVJan 14, 2009

I would rank this movie 7.5, but 8 is the more accurate. I feel that it was a good story to tell. It was also a really inventive way of telling it, but I don't see it as being completely innovative and unique. The entire movie felt I would rank this movie 7.5, but 8 is the more accurate. I feel that it was a good story to tell. It was also a really inventive way of telling it, but I don't see it as being completely innovative and unique. The entire movie felt good, but it didn't kick in until the last 30 minutes. It is worth watching, but I don't see why it is on everyone's top 5 list this year (2008), unless it is because a lot of bad movies came out.… Expand

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GreysonTJan 18, 2009

Interesting movie, if only for the fact that my date for the night actually said the love story to it detracted from the movie. Acting was good, the sense of humor was dry and often not easy to spot, and yet it still managed to punch you in Interesting movie, if only for the fact that my date for the night actually said the love story to it detracted from the movie. Acting was good, the sense of humor was dry and often not easy to spot, and yet it still managed to punch you in the gut in the early half of the movie. The last half was it's weakest in my opinion.… Expand

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JonathanS.Jan 22, 2009

It was undeniably one of the better movies of the year, but it didn't blow me away. I saw it before all the awards hype during it's limited run, so I didn't have many expectations except that I love Danny Boyle. I thought the It was undeniably one of the better movies of the year, but it didn't blow me away. I saw it before all the awards hype during it's limited run, so I didn't have many expectations except that I love Danny Boyle. I thought the set-up was a bit predictable and made the film feel a bit more linear than it should have--but everything else was well done. My father thought the film was incredibly good, and he is never open to a movie that is even remotely indie or foreign (though this was pretty streamlined, but still). So I recognize it's strengths, and definitely think it deserves its accolades more than Benjamin Button (it's just Forrest Gump 2!!! Jeez!), but it just didn't do that much for me. I'm quite sure that most people will really enjoy it though, so don't let me be a detractor. (Just for my money's worth, the best films I've seen this year are The Wrestler and Revolutionary Road, but hey--tastes.)… 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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rotkuJul 11, 2012

Despite my scepticism this is finally a movie worthy of the hype. Great storyline, superb acting from all and excellent direction make this movie one of the best of the last five years. If you haven't seen it, watch it now. It will be worth it.

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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 naÃ¯f (qui peut agacer un peu, surtout Ã la fin), qui offre au film une lÃ©gÃ¨retÃ©Dans Slumdog Millionaire, il faut admettre que l'on peut trouver de tout! On a une sorte de conte naÃ¯f (qui peut agacer un peu, surtout Ã la fin), qui offre au film une lÃ©gÃ¨retÃ© bienvenue et rend l'affaire parfois drÃ´le. On a Ã©galement une vision de l'Inde plutÃ´t cruelle, dÃ©nonÃ§ant sans vergogne par quelques scÃ¨nes "dures" (des enfants rendus aveugles pour mendier) la pauvretÃ©, mais toujours avec la bonne humeur citÃ©e Ã l'instant. Egalement une sorte d'hommage aux produits bollywoodiens (il n'y a qu'Ã voir la scÃ¨ne de danse pendant le gÃ©nÃ©rique final). Bref, Slumdog Millionaire est une vÃ©ritable bouffÃ©e d'air frais, mis en scÃ¨ne avec savoir-faire et portÃ© 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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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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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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SEROJJan 21, 2017

Well deserved oscar! The movie is incredible! The ending was a bit rushed (no spoiling) but overall i think that this is a movie directed so well, that you don't want to miss.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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HollyCJan 4, 2009

Very good film---loved the beginning more than the end as I thought the young actors/early slumdog scenes were almost perfect--absolutely captivating. The story seemed to unfold predictably and edged on cheesy towards the end, but it still Very good film---loved the beginning more than the end as I thought the young actors/early slumdog scenes were almost perfect--absolutely captivating. The story seemed to unfold predictably and edged on cheesy towards the end, but it still moved me so I guess that says something. Yes, it's very contrived in many parts, but really, it's a solid film worthy of theater prices and/or rental.… Expand

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ChrisSMay 4, 2009

If you are one of those people that has problems with plausibilility, you might have problems with this movie as I did. Was it gritty realism or an idealistic romance?

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DanL.Mar 12, 2009

Slumdog Millioniare is clean production, reminiscent of a music video. This turns out to be its greatest flaw. Full of shine and glitz, in the end Slumdog Millionare feels, for some reason, as if it has no soul. Fun fluff. That's all.

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SHOURITEMar 5, 2009

The most accurate review here is by "C D" & not because he/she is from Mumbai but because of the plot and acting holes in the film that he/she identifies. Slumdog is entertaining and stylistically shot but does not come close to crossing the The most accurate review here is by "C D" & not because he/she is from Mumbai but because of the plot and acting holes in the film that he/she identifies. Slumdog is entertaining and stylistically shot but does not come close to crossing the threshold of a truly great film that deserves a 9 or 10 rating.… Expand

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LiefSMay 20, 2009

Ok after hearing enough about; I finally checked it out and discovered that it is definitely over hyped but not as bad as some critics are claiming. It was different; which is more than I can say about most of the movies that have been Ok after hearing enough about; I finally checked it out and discovered that it is definitely over hyped but not as bad as some critics are claiming. It was different; which is more than I can say about most of the movies that have been coming out. That is why the wrestler and itself got so many nominations or won something. As for the movie there were definitely some corny/ dry scenes but not enough to have pushed this movie score below a 5; so if you fell asleep watching, its not the movie; its your narcolepsy. Anybody giving it a 10 needs to realize that there r a few numbers between 0-10; because you enjoyed it doesn't make it a perfect movie.… Expand

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alanoJun 17, 2010

This film was originally meant to be released straight to DVD, but it shouldn't have as it was a good film itself and Oscar-worthy, it was just a little too depressing and not Best Picture-worthy.

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nickvgsdsAug 15, 2009

i liked it but can't stand those stupid idian kdis, they are annoying and are all little shits. I hate indian people especially when they speak english that accent they have is the worst. I wish i could meet those little kids so i caouldi liked it but can't stand those stupid idian kdis, they are annoying and are all little shits. I hate indian people especially when they speak english that accent they have is the worst. I wish i could meet those little kids so i caould punch them in the face, Indian people shoud not be allowed to live, who's with me lets wipe them off the face of the earth. At school there are 234234234234 of them, and they ask the dumbest questions, DIE INDIANS PLEASE DO US A FAVOR.… Expand

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BrianV.Dec 20, 2008

Just good, nothing spectacular. Some stylish direction and interesting storytelling until it reaches the present day at the end. At that point, things get overly schmaltzy and really generic. I don't see what all the hype is about, Just good, nothing spectacular. Some stylish direction and interesting storytelling until it reaches the present day at the end. At that point, things get overly schmaltzy and really generic. I don't see what all the hype is about, it's just a decent film. If this wins best picture at the Oscars, it's a crime.… Expand

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JayHMar 23, 2009

Perhaps my expectations were too high going into the film. It is indeed well crafted, with outstanding cinematography, editing and score. It has a great pace and rich character development. It didn't "wow" me though. I did thoroughly Perhaps my expectations were too high going into the film. It is indeed well crafted, with outstanding cinematography, editing and score. It has a great pace and rich character development. It didn't "wow" me though. I did thoroughly enjoy it, but it isn't among my favorite best picture winners.… Expand

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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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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..

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'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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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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CarlO.Jan 1, 2009

I must be from another planet, or I watched a different movie than the one everyone's raving about, or I got much more humanity & entertainment out of a true masterpiece like Salaam Bombay. Slumdog is contrived and shallow when it could I must be from another planet, or I watched a different movie than the one everyone's raving about, or I got much more humanity & entertainment out of a true masterpiece like Salaam Bombay. Slumdog is contrived and shallow when it could be at its best. The silver screen buckles under the gigantic Who Wants to be a Millionaire graphics. It has its moments, to be fair, but in such a compelling setting as Mumbai, Director Danny Boyle manages to serve up fast food when we could have been tasting authentic street fare.… Expand

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WandaD.Dec 29, 2008

I am not usually one to write reviews, but since my point of view is not represented....I walked out of this film. It started with a torture scene, which was soon followed by a mob scene in which the hero's mother is murdered. The hero I am not usually one to write reviews, but since my point of view is not represented....I walked out of this film. It started with a torture scene, which was soon followed by a mob scene in which the hero's mother is murdered. The hero and his brother (now orphans) are soon picked up by an "orphanage." The orphanage teaches the kids to beg and when they burn one of the kid's eyes out to make him a better beggar - I walked out. I've seen many movies set in India and was ready for the poverty that would be portrayed. But it was too much. The scene of the kid getting his eyes burned out, haunted me for two days. The story had a great premise, but with each answer he gave in the quiz show - there was a related horror. That said, my husband really liked it. For me I could not stomach it.… Expand

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CDJan 27, 2009

I grew up in Mumbai myself, and while I am pleased that a movie about my city is receiving this much attention, I just wish it wasn't this particular film. It wasn't a horrible film, but I really didn't enjoy it as much as I grew up in Mumbai myself, and while I am pleased that a movie about my city is receiving this much attention, I just wish it wasn't this particular film. It wasn't a horrible film, but I really didn't enjoy it as much as most people do. Regarding the credibility issue, I do agree that the film needed to "follow its own rules" as others have said. As I understand it, the movie tries to show fantastic things happening in a gritty, realistic world. But the world itself is not realistic. Apart from minor errors in terminology, (eg. talking in terms of millions rather than crores, calling the quiz show its US/UK name rather than the Indian name, etc.), the fact that all these practically illiterate people can speak perfect English is extremely unrealistic, which foreign viewers may not realise. A lot of the plot hinges on this ability. Also, as everyone should know, the 'phone-a-friend' thing doesn't happen live with everyone watching! The person on the other end would just look up the answer online before the call is even made! The quiz show is obviously always prerecorded. I also felt that, since Jamal's love for Latika drives all his actions, it was very unconvincingly portrayed. I understand the guilt he feels for leaving her behind as a child. But guilt is not the same as love. Why does he love her as an adult after having such a flimsy friendship with her as a child? I am willing to believe it's possible, but surely the director might have fleshed it out more convincingly. Lastly, the brother's suicide was extremely unjustified, and again the director could have helped us understand it better.… Expand

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AlexFeb 19, 2009

Doesn't live up to its hype... not bad, but nothing special either...

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JamieSamsonJan 25, 2009

what a tale... but it's not a great picture, a bit above average at best. yes, the setting is dramatic, yes, story holds some clever twists, but if you go expecting an epic, it falls quite flat.

first 60 minutes were kinda borning,what a tale... but it's not a great picture, a bit above average at best. yes, the setting is dramatic, yes, story holds some clever twists, but if you go expecting an epic, it falls quite flat.

first 60 minutes were kinda borning, then the next 20, okay, then flat again. a fairly packed theater laughed about 4 times, was tense for about 3 and didn't clap at the end.

It is written... it's worth about 3 Oscars, not 10.… Expand

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O.C.HMar 9, 2009

Like so many others, I watch Slumdog because of all of the Oscar hype. After watching it, I can only say this: I have no idea why this won so many of the darn things. There were a few interesting bits, but the entire first half was pretty Like so many others, I watch Slumdog because of all of the Oscar hype. After watching it, I can only say this: I have no idea why this won so many of the darn things. There were a few interesting bits, but the entire first half was pretty boring. Plus, the entire story is about as plausible as me dating Latika. Is it worth watching? If you like love stories, then possiby. Should it have won any Oscars? NO!… Expand

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TomKDec 31, 2009

Inauthentic and manipulative, poorly acted (by the adults, the children were better), but entertaining. Poverty has never looked like so much fun.

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TylerBApr 18, 2009

Mediocre movie. Way Overrated. I just don't get how it got such high reviews. The only things good about this movie were the child actors and the cinematography. The obviously bad brother who for some random reason decided to help the Mediocre movie. Way Overrated. I just don't get how it got such high reviews. The only things good about this movie were the child actors and the cinematography. The obviously bad brother who for some random reason decided to help the good brother at the end didn't make sense. Alot of other things kind of weirded me out but overall it was entertaining in short bursts throughout the movie. I'd recommend seeing it once but I really preferred Gran torino and Benjamin Button. I can't vouch for the other movies that were nominated but I didn't see those.… Expand

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beingryanjudeSep 3, 2014

Slumdog Millionaire is above-average in comparison to most of Danny Boyle's overtly British and unnecessary work over the past ten years. Slumdog is only occasionally charming; and unfortunately, isn't quite as special as your favorite criticSlumdog Millionaire is above-average in comparison to most of Danny Boyle's overtly British and unnecessary work over the past ten years. Slumdog is only occasionally charming; and unfortunately, isn't quite as special as your favorite critic may have it out to be.… Expand

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RolentoFeb 19, 2014

It was an ok movie, although all the hype and (over)rating around have tempted me to give it a strictly negative review, but people who say "overrated" should really weight that word in the right way sometimes. Anyway, it was a good movieIt was an ok movie, although all the hype and (over)rating around have tempted me to give it a strictly negative review, but people who say "overrated" should really weight that word in the right way sometimes. Anyway, it was a good movie from a technical point of view or something like that, maybe just a tiny bit slow paced, but its great flaw to me was that, aside from what people thought of the movie being overrated or not, the movie really really took itself too seriously for what it was ultimately aiming at: nothing. This is an entirely subjective way of looking at things, but here's what I think: if you are doing something that is just stupidly, straight-forward fanservice-y, even though I morally think that's wrong I will still respect you more than someone who does it subtly or that just thinks/acts like it's more than it is and ends up being just that but with a veil of dishonesty. That said, I think this movie acted like it was heading towards some big revelation or moral of the story, and left me empty-handed. What was the point of it all? "All experiences matter in life"? More like "wow, that was lucky". A shame, because for a non-hollywood movie it looked really great, had some good premises (the slums etc.) and it still retained its country's traditions (the final dance scene, I kind of like how it's a normal thing for indian movies even though right off the bat you'd think it's inappropriate or just silly).… Expand

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BroyaxFeb 12, 2020

Ah l'exotisme de l'Inde, ses ratonnades, ses bouteilles d'eau (là, c'est carrément flippant...) ses toilettes à ciel ouvert, son fleuve magnifique qui charrie les ordures (et bien d'autres choses...) ses bidons-villes, ses trafics deAh l'exotisme de l'Inde, ses ratonnades, ses bouteilles d'eau (là, c'est carrément flippant...) ses toilettes à ciel ouvert, son fleuve magnifique qui charrie les ordures (et bien d'autres choses...) ses bidons-villes, ses trafics de mendiants, ses trafics d'enfants (des enfants mendiants je crois...) ses décharges à ciel ouvert, ses interrogatoires de suspects dans la déontologie et le respect...

Et ses trains bondés, ses vols à l'étalage et à la roulotte et... sa mafia et sa prostitution... enfin tout ça, quoi, ça donne envie d'aller voir et de visiter ! merci Danny Boyle ! en tout cas, ça reste assez drôle, du genre drôlement ironique bien sûr et assez bien réalisé même si Danny agite parfois un peu trop la caméra. Mais il est vrai que c'est co-réalisé avec un Indien, alors don't act...

Très bon rythme par ailleurs dans cette histoire menée décidément sans temps mort... mais beaucoup d'incohérences et d'invraisemblances également sont à déplorer... une façon polie de dire qu'on nous prend quand même un peu trop pour des jambons ! le prétexte romantique est bien joli mais on ne veut pas voir de bollywooderies et autres conneries du même genre, non, non, je vous assure...

Un brin nunuche et concon donc tout cela... mais étonnamment divertissant quand même ! un étrange et dépaysant mélange quoi qu'il en soit.… Expand

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DKJan 5, 2009

Eye-rollingly formulaic. This one wins the "Pan's Labyrinth" critically overrated film of the year award. Today's filmmakers have no clue how to tell a compelling story. Just another style over substance fluff-job.

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MartinGApr 20, 2009

Utterly average. Script is okay and cheesy at times. Acting is average. The camera work is average. It does show India in a non-bollywood way which is nice, but nothing worthy of praise. The only reason it's done well is because of the Utterly average. Script is okay and cheesy at times. Acting is average. The camera work is average. It does show India in a non-bollywood way which is nice, but nothing worthy of praise. The only reason it's done well is because of the PC times we live in and the "oh poor them" attitude the film portrays. It's a feel good movie so utterly predictable and unrealistic. Honestly, if you want to feel good, watch a comedy. If you want to watch something about good people hard done by coming out all the better, watch Defiance. This movie is cheesy & uninspired, no different from your average chick flick.… Expand

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AshYApr 27, 2010

@erin I'm sorry? India is in every sense a free country, which I can say, being an Indian myself. About the film: Ok, but there are much better films out there. I did not like the movie much as it shows India in a bad sense, and I love @erin I'm sorry? India is in every sense a free country, which I can say, being an Indian myself. About the film: Ok, but there are much better films out there. I did not like the movie much as it shows India in a bad sense, and I love my country. The acting was good.… Expand

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JMFeb 8, 2009

Waste of money, was boring. just very unrealistic and horrible indi background. that video at the end? do i need to say anything, gayest crap ever. some funny parts but just not good enough. put me to sleep.

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DavidW.Dec 21, 2008

You've got to be kidding me. Do absurdly "earned" riches and a Bollywood starlet (there was no obvious chemistry between the actors so no "love" in sight) really make up for that horror of an early life? If they do then you can call the You've got to be kidding me. Do absurdly "earned" riches and a Bollywood starlet (there was no obvious chemistry between the actors so no "love" in sight) really make up for that horror of an early life? If they do then you can call the movie "uplifting". I don't think so and I am appalled by the way the audience is led around by the nose. We must really need a happy ending in a big way to jump for joy over this movie.… Expand

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KevinCorcoranApr 10, 2009

Not impressed. Nowhere near the hype. Didn't even deserve to get nominated for anything. The dork and the girl barely even know each other...and that's what they built this steaming pile of overrated on? Also, if I never hear aNot impressed. Nowhere near the hype. Didn't even deserve to get nominated for anything. The dork and the girl barely even know each other...and that's what they built this steaming pile of overrated on? Also, if I never hear a damn Indian song again it will be too soon.… Expand

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StuartMApr 25, 2009

I didn't really understand why the movie got all that hype and I still don't after watching it. They beat the fact that they were poverty stricken orphans to death. They beat the fact that the one brother is good and the one is bad I didn't really understand why the movie got all that hype and I still don't after watching it. They beat the fact that they were poverty stricken orphans to death. They beat the fact that the one brother is good and the one is bad to death to. Underneath all of its flashiness it was a cheap love story wrapped around some occasional violence. Good movies and especially Oscar worthy ones have to strike a better balance between plot driven and character development stories. The wrestler another Oscar nominated movie took 111 minutes just to tell us hes a washed up loser who only know how to wrestle.… Expand

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ZekeB.Nov 12, 2008

I just got back from a screening of Slumdog Millionaire, and I'm crazed with critical hyperbole. You should definitely see it, but, unlike every other review I've read, I have some issues: To paraphrase, and update, an old Rodney I just got back from a screening of Slumdog Millionaire, and I'm crazed with critical hyperbole. You should definitely see it, but, unlike every other review I've read, I have some issues: To paraphrase, and update, an old Rodney Dangerfield joke, look up "deus ex machina" in an online dictionary, and you'll find a link to "Slumdog Millionaire". It's a thrilling fast-paced hipster version of Forrest Gump,but it's still Forrest Gump, with an Indian accent( dot, not feather.) Not one of its hero's successes are hard fought or earned; they come from insanely implausible coincedence. It's deliriously goofy, and compelling, but those critics comparing it to Dickens because of a little Faginesque behavior ought to re-examine the careful way old Chaz constructs his plot contrivances. And the fact that Water, a much more heartbreaking India-based film, got slammed for artifice a year ago just goes to show how a good PR campaign can still spin wonders. All that said, it stands a great shot at a Best Screenplay and Best Picture nomination; it's Rocky directed by a guy with the street cred of Quentin Tarantino.It could be this year's giant success, unless some journalist debunks the entire "based on a true story" concept.… Expand

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jacksfilmblog.blogspotJan 21, 2009

With so much happening on screen, you won

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ChuckMJan 24, 2009

Totally overrated and did not connect with me at all. Not magical or tragic enough to move you and the gameshow parts are painfully bad. Very heavy handed, TV movie-like directing with not enough payoff to maintain interest. Once you realise Totally overrated and did not connect with me at all. Not magical or tragic enough to move you and the gameshow parts are painfully bad. Very heavy handed, TV movie-like directing with not enough payoff to maintain interest. Once you realise how each incident pans out, your mind will start to drift. Not a terrible movie by any means but a bit cheesy, I really have to disagree that Danny Boyle is a great director. Though I've loved a few of his films, some feel very childish. This is one of them. For this type of film all others have to be judged alongside Amelie, this comes nowhere near!… Expand

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MCFeb 23, 2009

Poorly acted, entertaining, but too long formula piece. "It's grim, we get it, move on." I understand why some in India feel it's exploitive, but I can't tell who's being exploited, the naive movie goers or the poor Poorly acted, entertaining, but too long formula piece. "It's grim, we get it, move on." I understand why some in India feel it's exploitive, but I can't tell who's being exploited, the naive movie goers or the poor people portrayed in this very average movie.… Expand

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berndFeb 27, 2009

Very overrated and cliched. Not worthy of any Academy Awards. What happened?

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GideonApr 12, 2009

Gerry G is a d bag. I doubt you have had to sacrifice anything in your upity life. I like how you compare a movie to real life of "all Americans". I think it is fairly ignorant for either of you to base your opinions of who Americans are Gerry G is a d bag. I doubt you have had to sacrifice anything in your upity life. I like how you compare a movie to real life of "all Americans". I think it is fairly ignorant for either of you to base your opinions of who Americans are from tv or visiting a small area of this country. You act like everyone in America sits on their ass and does not work or fight for what they have. Good thing there is the internet; if you didn't have a blog to bitch on or complain about, you'd get back handed like the bitch you are. Hate on us all you want. I Wonder where your shitty country would be with out us. Oh I forget. People tend to stop dick rhydin if the money comes up dry. If Americans are so damn stupid, then how did we get where we are today. How does it feel to be weaker then a bunch of fucking idiots. I have lived in poverty most of my life. I worked my ass off and I assure you I am more well off then 90% of people that have even posted on this blog. You may rip on me for my sorry english but I am a lab engineer and work in data centers costing over 40 million dollars. Go fuck yourself buddy. What do you do? Keep basing your opinions off of little polls people create to make all Americans look stupid. You cultural racist piece of shit. Go ahead and hate the great!… Expand

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tonyGreenDec 18, 2010

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This film starts in the slums of Mumbai where life for the city's underclass is an unending struggle. Life is cheap, childhood ends early and exploitation is everywhere. It's dark, depressing, realistic.

...But things get better for our protagonists. Social realism is abandoned in favour of the drama / thriller (there's even a few nods to bollywood). There is a love story. This feels like a made-for-TV movie. As entertainment it fails miserably, and so it should. The reality of the slums casts a shadow over the whole movie. It's not uplifting, it just feels tawdry.… Expand

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ParishrutJul 13, 2011

I am giving this movie three stars which it deserves just because of the cinematography and some other minor things. Else this movie is trash. I bet if an Indian director would have made this, it wouldn't have been considered even eligibleI am giving this movie three stars which it deserves just because of the cinematography and some other minor things. Else this movie is trash. I bet if an Indian director would have made this, it wouldn't have been considered even eligible for the Oscars. The dirtiness in this movie makes me retch. There wouldn't be a mortal on the planet called earth who could jump into **** for getting an autograph of Amitabh Bachan. And as if AB will give it as well!
And I hated the dialogue when Jamal says: "This is the real India," when a police constable was beating him up barbarically, and then an American interrupts and gallantly produces some dollars from his purse, saying "Let us show him the real America." or something like that. That made me shut my television off. Of course the movie didn't instill any excitement when Jamal was about to answer a question on the game show. You know that it is gonna be right. But the cinematography and the background music was great. And following Jamal through his journey is not all that bad, though. It is exciting sometimes. The love story which runs parallel is somewhat fascinating.
This is a movie worth watching, but don't overestimate it as an award winner. Certainly if you are a non- Indian, it would be a new experience.… Expand

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JosephASowellJun 5, 2015

It's not a very entertaining movie. The plot is distorted, the characters are likable, however, and the acting is fine, but it's just not my cup of tea.

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AnonymousMCJan 30, 2009

This is a overrated and unnecessarily hyped movie. I have heard lots of music so far but could not what is special in the music of the film that it got nominamted for best music, backgroung music....Most of the time the backgroung music ofThis is a overrated and unnecessarily hyped movie. I have heard lots of music so far but could not what is special in the music of the film that it got nominamted for best music, backgroung music....Most of the time the backgroung music of "Kaun banega Crorepati" has been palyed, some other time a film song "Aaj ki raaat". I believe there are far better music we already have heard in bollywood movies, even that is by A R Rahman.
Lots of other points are there which have already been discussed in this forum, I will not go for those again, but I personally not satishfied with movie. I tried a lot to like the movie but I can not.… Expand

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PatrickOFeb 3, 2009

Very disappointing. I didn

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smoMar 8, 2009

Slums are cool. i mean, where else can you walk around covered in sh**? This movie is a feast for the overstimulated. Is someone trying to trumpet down the distinction between films and music videos for good? I do like the juxtaposition of Slums are cool. i mean, where else can you walk around covered in sh**? This movie is a feast for the overstimulated. Is someone trying to trumpet down the distinction between films and music videos for good? I do like the juxtaposition of game show to 'hard knocks school of life', yet this theme is no longer that fresh.… Expand

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RossDec 29, 2008

The point of the movie is boring. Its 2009 and Im still watching movies about humans trudging around on earth. At this point in time, the viewer and critic MUST take into consideration, the TIME in which we live in, I am not interested in The point of the movie is boring. Its 2009 and Im still watching movies about humans trudging around on earth. At this point in time, the viewer and critic MUST take into consideration, the TIME in which we live in, I am not interested in plots, even with high quality, that involve feeble comparisons between rich and poor, and young modesty for the rules and grandiose randomness primitive civilization sometimes presents. I crave something innovative, constructive, and complex; in complexity simplicity can be established, at any point, for a common viewer, in 2009 i expect more from all entertainment genres. I am not a troglodyte.… Expand

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GerryGApr 4, 2009

I'd sure like to talk further to Sylvia V who gave the film a 2. Finally someone else who recognizes how Western audiences delude themselves into a sense of moral superiority by vicariously experiencing the struggles of others from the I'd sure like to talk further to Sylvia V who gave the film a 2. Finally someone else who recognizes how Western audiences delude themselves into a sense of moral superiority by vicariously experiencing the struggles of others from the safety and comfort of their arm chair. No wonder North Americans are so completely lacking in substance. They confuse the images of personal struggle and survival and in this film or the personal sacrifice of people like "Schindler" or with "Erin Brockovich" with themselves and delude themselves with the illusion of moral superiority by association. Consequently, when the chips are down, Americans simply assume their own superiority without ever having risked or sacrificed anything of real substance themselves. This is an OK movie but it is so utterly implausable it's little more than fluff. I think it's appeal is in the vicarious experience and idiotically tidy plot.… Expand

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StevenHJun 1, 2009

I was waiting for them to get gunned down by the gang at the end, but when they didn't, and especially after the credit sequence, I decided that this is one of the most overrated films ever.

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SamCNov 29, 2009

I have seen a lot better movies about conditions in the Third World. Entertaining but contrived with some ridiculous twists.

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imthenoobNov 17, 2020

It was a decent movie but not worthy of the best picture Oscar win it received. Slumdog Millionaire is an awful looking movie (as in overly produced) and one where the story doesn't necessarily blend as well as I hoped it would. The potentialIt was a decent movie but not worthy of the best picture Oscar win it received. Slumdog Millionaire is an awful looking movie (as in overly produced) and one where the story doesn't necessarily blend as well as I hoped it would. The potential was there but the movie just didn't do it for me. Also, That ending was freaking stupid.… Expand

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YourOtherMotherFeb 1, 2015

I don't know why this got so much critical acclaim. It's boring as hell. The story jumps all over the place, and I get it's meant to be flashbacks or whatever but still, I barely even knew what was happening. And it got boring pretty quick.

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JumpmanJan 4, 2016

The moview was ultra boring and more surreal than it should have been. Music was cool though, M.I.A. always comes through with the heat!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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