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RRR Review…It Must be Seen on the Big Screen!

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“No one can ever create art, even on a piece of paper, as they have envisioned it in their mind.”

-S.S. Rajamouli

These words from RRR’s director S.S. Rajamouli hold true. He is an artist of pure excitement who visually brings his audience on an adventure that will forever change their movie experience.  I first saw RRR back in April of last year and was blown away, but did not think it would get the amount of recognition it deserves. I was wrong as the film has received more attention than I expected.

I have five words for the RRR experience…It is Naatu, Naatu Time! One of the best parts of RRR is the song Naatu, Naatu. The song adds to the film’s glory. RRR is nominated for Best Music (Original Song). Despite some frustration with not being nominated in many Academy Award categories, RRR is the first Indian film to make over $100 million worldwide since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The film soars with brilliance, and famous directors including Edgar Wright, James Cameron, and others have praised the movie. RRR means Rise, Roar, and Revolt.  I believe the film truly rises above and beyond and roars with unforgettable excitement. RRR is what going to the movies is all about.

The vivid excellence in RRR stands out due to its choreography, structure, and a storyline that is a wild circus of visual thrills. I could not turn away from RRR because it is a masterpiece which is difficult to compare to other films. The very existence of RRR is monumental which motivates me to start getting into more films in the Hindi language. International movies can make a difference, and so can international directors. Rajamouli’s directing of RRR will truly inspire cinema enthusiasts.

The plot of RRR has a riveting premise set in the 1920s era. It is about two revolutionaries on a journey far away from home before the fight for their country. The first revolutionary is Allur Sitarama Raju played by Ram Charan. The second revolutionary is named Komaran Bheem played by N.T. Rama Rao Jr. The British governor is Scott Buxton played by Ray Stevenson. The British government sets out an assignment to track down Bheem because it is believed he is a dangerous obstacle for the British army. The Indian cop hired to take the matters into his own hands is Rama played by Ajay Devgn. He believes this will be his task to receive greater appreciation from the British army. The two revolutionaries have an encounter at a destruction site. They both realize they are at war with their countries, and they have each other’s backs. Their friendship is what causes RRR to be a spectacular and explosive adventure that will blow its audience out of the water. The concept of men fighting for their country is taken to dynamic level and much international excitement results in RRR. It is explosive and the enthralling wonders are endless.

Each factor in RRR symbolizes brilliance in cinema. The mind of Rajamouli is creative and intriguing. His scenes with action, connection, and conflict all have deep meaning. There are moments of political tides taking different directions. With Rajamouli starting the film with different introductions about the settings, Rajamouli knows how to make RRR feel in-depth for his audience. Its cinematic world is spot-on, breathtaking, and one of many adrenaline rushes.

RRR revolutionizes the way the world will experience movies. This film is a one-of-a-kind, unforgettable and mesmerizing adventure. The friendship, the politics, and the music are all breathtaking. RRR is one of the best films out there. It is not worth the experience on Netflix, it must be seen on the big screen. Four stars.

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The Quiet Girl

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Films that make audiences feel empathy and love are films that captivate me deeply. Movies that paint a picture in which someone wants to feel touched or comforted are endearing to me. The Quiet Girl, written and directed by Colm Bairead,has all the loving qualities that make it impactful in a positive way. The Quiet Girl is directed and written by Colm Bairead. The one-of-a-kind styleis soothing because of its compassion. The Irish setting is visually audacious making it one of the most moving films I have experienced in a long time.

As the film begins, the audience will feel a sense of connection which is present throughout the whole film. The film’s presentation is enhanced through its wonderful setting, wonderful characters, and wonderful plot. The Quiet Girl will enthrall its audience based on the deep emotions revealing what it means to be there for someone. The film also displays the acceptance of the various challenges faced by the main character. The Quiet Girl’s dialogue is in the Gaelic language. While there are moments in English, the Gaelic makes the realism of The Quiet Girl shine.

The Quiet Girl focuses on a young girl named Cait (played by Catherine Clinch). Cait lives in a large dysfunctional family household in which her family does not provide much for her. Cait does not receive the right kind of nurturing many would expect from parents. Because Cait’s family faces so many problems at home, she gets sent away to live with a middle-aged couple on her mother’s side of the family. When Cait steps foot into her new life with Sean and Eibhlin (played by Andrew Bennett and Carrie Crowley), she feels a sense of change which is initially hard for her to take in at such a young age. Eibhlin does what is right for Cait. She nurtures her, spoils her, and teaches Cait that she is more than welcome to make herself at home. All of this is like a blur to Cait at first after years of living in a dysfunctional household. For the first time in Cait’s life, Cait feels free and loved. But will she always be able to live happily like this?

The movie’s portrayal of people having big hearts is what really makes The Quiet Girl have a positive impact.  The Quiet Girl is a beautiful portrait of love being found in people’s hearts. Deep down behind Cait’s little eyes, it is clear she is emotionally confused trying to come to terms with her previous life at home and the new life she is becoming adjusted to. Fortunately, her new life has many moments which are uplifting and affirming. The Quiet Girl is a simple yet astonishing work of art. Nothing can beat the power of the love and imagery makes this film a masterpiece.

As I mentioned before, love permeates The Quiet Girl. The visceral load of that critical element is what makes The Quiet Girl memorable. Love is what is meant to happen for Cait. I will always treasure The Quiet Girl for the loving light it sheds on human relationships.

The Quiet Girl has many sad moments, but in the end, it finds the bright side of life. The Quiet Girl is alluring, delightful, elegant, and warm. The Irish culture shines purely and lovingly in The Quiet Girl. Many simple delights of the human experience is what audiences will feel when they see The Quiet Girl. Four stars.

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Creed 3 Review

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In this the third installment of the Creedfranchise, Creed III, directed by Michael B. Jordan, who also stars as Adonis, there is no Sylvester Stallone as Rocky Balboa, and the film shifts the storyline from the previous two films. Adonis has made his mark and his money with his boxing championships, and it appears he is set to live life to the fullest. But the past is not through with Adonis. He may just have to put his gloves back on for true resolution and redemption from his past.

In Creed III, Adonis is living his best life with his wife and daughter, being a millionaire from his boxing success. He has the mansion, the fancy cars, everything a rich man can ever imagine, although his family is still his biggest priority. His wife Bianca Creed (played by Tessa Thompson) and his daughter Amara Creed (played by Mila Davis-Kent) make his life shine. His mother Mary-Anne Creed (played by Phylicia Rashad) is still a big part of his life. It is obvious that boxing has benefited Adonis because he has has earned enough to retire, live off his royalties and sponsorships, and just feel like everything is right in his life. But this all starts to change when his old friend Damian Anderson (played by Jonathan Majors) comes back into Adonis’s life. Damian and Adonis go way back, getting into all kinds of trouble. Damian has done time behind bars. Adonis got out of the streets and worked his way up with boxing. Damian wants a shot to be a pro boxer. Adonis is against that, but their past though leads to one choice—to settle their differences in the ring.

The boxing takes a back seat in Creed III, and the conflict between Adonis and Damian is the real deal. The boxing ring becomes a circle of vengeance between the two. With Damian having been in prison for many years, he may have some anger built up that comes out in his fighting. And with Adonis having retired, he needs to take his training on a new level to avoid sustaining serious injuries. Can the ring settle everything between Adonis and Damian? With Adonis fighting without Rocky as a mentor, is his lifestyle and family is at risk? Who has more to lose in the ring? Creed III is a nailbiter of dark pasts, and realizations of how boxing can hide the anger and emotions one has while in the ring.

Even though there is no Rocky in Creed III, the film still heads in the right direction. With Jordan in his directorial debut as well as the star, Creed III succeeds in continuing the boxing film legacy. A most exciting continuation in fact, especially with Adonis having to face consequences from his past.

So who will be the champion—Adonis or Damian? Does Adonis still have the skills and agility to succeed in the ring? Creed III is a wild ride of rampage and boxing adventure. Three and a half stars for Creed III.

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