2. The Oscar Winner

The Movie: Slumdog Millionaire


What better way to get a little more into this whole thing with the Oscar winner for best film of 2008.

I'm going to keep this one short because I started it at about 11:3opm. After watching the film and deliberating with my room mate about it, I've arrived at the hour of 2:30am on a work night. So lets go!

When I got this movie, I was expecting a mediocre film that had been hyped beyond all recognition....and I could not have been any farther from the truth.

This one is a general feel good film that hits it's target with deadly accuracy. The story itself is a gritty look into the tough lives lead be those who live in the slums of Mumbai. Though the progression of the story is moved along by sad acts that are commited by friends and family, you do come out of the end feeling generally good.

Danny Boyle is such a fantastic director. He was able to bring us the next stage of Zombie-esque horror action in 28 Days Later as well as pulse pounding science fiction in Sunshine and even the grit and truth that comes along with a Heroine addiction in Trainspotting. He doesn't miss his mark in this one either.

This movie was beautifully shot and I stress the meaning of BEAUTIFULLY. The style of the film cooinsides perfectly with the overall story in a manner that only your eyes can explain to your brain. When mixed with excellent acting this little flicker show begins to take on the traits of a phenomenal little film.

Oh and the gal that plays Latika...isn't to hard on the eyes either...

<=== That's her right there...if you were wondering.

Anyhow! I'd highly recommend checking this one out if you haven't already. Slumdog isn't a movie that can be explained...it's one that needs to be experienced.

I give this lil nugget a 4 out of 5 stars.

Til next time, keep it metal!
Dave