This is an extraordinary film. The tale of two orphan brothers in a slum of Bombay is a mixture of heart wrenching and uplifting emotions. Though made long before the recent tragedy in Mumbai, the film has uncomfortable echoes of that situation — the initial incident that propels the entire movie involves anti-Muslim violence. You realize just how long and deep the animosity runs.
The heart of the film is exceedingly simple, a combination of “boy meets girl, boy loses girl,” and a tale of brothers taking different paths. On top of that simplicity, Boyle weaves intricate exposition with flashbacks, parallel stories, multiple film styles, all strung together by the Who Wants to Be A Millionaire? game that drives the movie.
Though ultimately joyful, and often fun, be prepared to witness brutality. The Sound is perfect, I haven't heard audio like this in a while, this film needs a Sound Oscar nomination it sounds that good.
This is a universal tale that grabs you from start to finish. Is it a must see? My answer: Yes! Lock kiya jaye! This is a universal tale that grabs you from the start to the finish.
