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Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre Review

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A heist involving a team of characters with egos results in a film that is a Guy Ritchie joyride. Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre stays in tune with its mission, and with an intriguing cast comes an adventure of grave danger and expected turmoil. Jason Statham is Orson Fortune, Aubrey Plaza is Sarah Fidel, Josh Hartnett is Danny Francesco, Cary Elwes is Nathan Jasmine, Bugzy Malone is JJ Davies, Hugh Grant is Greg Simmonds, and Eddie Marsan is Norman. This elite cast displays many “personalities”—each character with their own unique set of pros and cons.

The introduction of Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre begins by showing authority and critical decisions to be made. The chief in charge of the spy operations is Norman who tells Nathan Jasmine to begin recruiting a team to investigate and put a stop to a new weapons technology that is harmful to the world. The first person recruited is Orson Fortune, a spy at the top of his game who is high maintenance, but gets his jobs done. The second one recruited is Sarah Fidel, and she has a strange sense of humor, but a charming personality. Finally, there is JJ Davies, and he is the quietest, but most tech-savvy of the team. The mission to retrieve information about what deadly threats lie ahead is crucial. With the pieces the team puts together, they realize that a billionaire arms broker named Greg Simmonds is the key to much harm. With the level of protection Simmonds has around him, the team gets Hollywood’s biggest movie star Danny Francesco to be their asset to gain access to the discreet business of Simmonds. Orson refers to himself as Danny’s manager, and due to that lie, their discreet operation poses a risk.

From the setup alone, Ritchie knows how to add class to his characters. Each person has attributes that benefit the mission. Orson is good at engaging in dangerous fun. Sarah is good at maintaining a misleading sense of humor. JJ and Nathan both excel with the technical sides of their duties. Finally, Danny uses his high-profile name and fame to gain closer access to what the team is looking for. Ritchie’s direction of each character with their many accomplishments adds personality that is a pleasure for his audience to tango with.

The seriousness, however, continues with some giggles here and there as the film stays on point with its mission. Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre is 007 with five people because it involves Statham playing the lead agent with lots of extra assistance. He is kind of like a Bond character, but with an extra number of Moneypenny assistants. Spy classiness at its finest in the eyes of Ritchie.

The film thrives in sporadic joyful moments while remaining serious. The film incorporates its various elements through intriguing characterizations. When the audience hears a song like Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head by B.J. Thomas in a film by Ritchie, they know it is a moment for humor, sarcasm, or surprising action. Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre brings its sarcastic characterizations to the fullest, while remaining a clever adventure. It is wild, twisted, and satirical.

With the film being full of all kinds of unexpected surprises which stay in tune with the different countries which are visited throughout the mission. From the United Kingdom to Turkey to Qatar, each of these locations provides interesting backdrops. However, each location could also be where the undercover operation might find itself “tainted” or on an unpleasant plateau. Despite the quirkiness in the characterizations, the cast is an A-list. The mission being pursued in the film has weak moments, but there are new realizations when that happens in Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre. Ritchie pans out his suspense, while humor and sarcasm fuel the suspicion, and the film never stops until its mission comes to an end. Three and a half stars.

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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.