Mummy 3 - Review

So I saw the Mummy - Tomb Of the Dragon Emperor on Friday.

The first thing that came to my mind was -

Oh my God! Why? Why? Why?

I really don't know why they made this movie.

The first two movies of the Mummy franchise were action packed and full of fun and wit all the way. This movie fails on all three aspects.

The plot is weak and the special effects are even worse.

This movie looks like a cheap rip off or a slapstick comedy of one of the older Mummy movies.

There is no Rachel Weisz in this movie. She is replaced by Maria Bello who tries a lot to act the part, but ends up overacting.

Brendon Frasier doesn't even try in this movie. He isn't the best actor under any circumstances. But in this movie, it almost looks like he is forced to be in the scene. He just does not fit the part of a middle aged man who is trying to show the love for his 20 something son(Luke Ford). Infact, he and his son, almost look the same age. Come on guys. Spend some money and at least make Brendon look a little older.

Both Jet Li and Michelle Yeoh try and bring something to their characters, but it is nowhere close to enough.

Both of them have talent. They shouldn't waste time on movies such as this.
Or at least stick to the Chinese Kung-Fu movies. [:D]

Nothing in this movie fits.

Overall, it is a disaster. It looks like an under budgeted waste of time and money.

Take my advice. Don't waste your time watching this movie. Rent part 1 and part 2 and watch them again.

Rahul.

Relationships. Perspectives. Life.

What's Life?

Life is nothing but a convoluted series of relationships, perspectives and experiences that a person has during his or her existence in this world.

I have asked this question so many times. Every time I ask this question, I am either sad or contemplative. I have not once asked this question when I am happy or things are going well.
I guess it is the nature of human existence. We look back and question things in life only when we aren't completely satisfied or we feel something is missing in life.

What are the relationships that define your life? What the the relationships that make you happy or excited. Is it when you are talking to you special someone? Is it when your boss appreciates the work that you do? Or is it when you are with your family and friends and things just feel so comfortable. I guess, it's all of them. When they all add up, Life feels full and happy and fulfilled. I guess that is when they say the Sum of the parts is bigger than the whole.

So, what happens when one part goes missing, or is difficult to find? Do you look for that one part? Try and find out what it is that is you need to make you happy? Or compensate with the things that you have now in your life?

I guess it all depends on your overall state of mind. If you are happy and confident you go out and find that one or more things and make your life fulfilled. Or at times, you just go on the way you are, If you are not confident and you don't have the drive. That is when you get into a rut.

Live Life, find your missing pieces.. There will always be more to find. The more you do, the longer you keep the pieces you have in place intact, the better each day will be.

Guys - I know this blog is extremely abstract. It's just a pick me up. If you feel you need one. I hope this helps.

Rahul

Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na

Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na..

Although this movie has a story story telling style that is eerily similar to Forget Paris.
The stories arn't really that similar. The movie is a nice sweet love story. But what makes this movie stand out is the way it is made.

The movie introduces Imran Khan (Aamir Khan's nephew) in the lead role as Jai Singh Rathore who is the son of a Human Rights activist mother and a Warrior father. He along with Genelia D'Souza make a wonderful pairing and are polar opposites. The movie is driven on their story and on the relationship. They are the best of friends and are inseparable. Everyone thinks they are in love. But they reveal they are the best of friends and nothing more.

Ofcourse it wouldn't be a love story if they don't fall in love now, would it? Well the story keeps you interested throughout with a really funny storyline. You should be in splits for most of the movie.

The music in this movie is outstanding. Even if you don't really care for a funny love story, you should watch this movie for an amazing soundtrack.

I'll give this movie 2 thumbs up and will call it a must watch.

Another win for Aamir Khan. The reason his movies seem to succeed is because he picks the stories very carefully. Congrats Aamir.

And his nephew? How is he in his debut role? Well he is good. In a few scenes he looks and gives you the feeling of a young Aamir Khan. Hope his next role lives up to the hype as well.

Cheers..
Watch the movie
Rahul

The Dark Knight

The Dark Knight.. The sequel to the The Batman Begins.

If you have not seen Batman Begins, I suggest you see it first and then watch this movie, It will make a lot more sense. Because this movie picks up where the last one left off.

The Batman franchise has been a very candy floss kind of movie before this latest incarnation of the caped crusader came onto the big screen. This movie has completed re-written the way a batman movie should be made. It puts a much larger emphasis on the story and characters than on the gadgets and jumping off buildings.

I'm not saying that those things are not in these movies, but they are not all that is there in them.

The first movie ended with Wayne Manor being burned to the ground so in this movie you see Bruce Wayne living in a swanky Penthouse in Gotham City. The city looks a lot more like a modern metropolis than before, in fact looks a lot like New York or Chicago. And the Bat cave? It's replaced with an underground basement in the middle of the city.

The Joker played by Heath Ledger is a psychotic and intense super villain who is incredible in his last role. This is the first time any Joker has actually scared people with his performance.

I wasn't too sure if I liked Christian Bale as Batman in the first movie. By the end of the first movie, he started making a believer of me and in this movie, I couldn't think of a better man in the part. He looks and acts the part in both his incarnations.

This movie has a lot of wit and is well made. Although it is a bit long, it continues on it's story and shows the evolution of Batman.

Another character of note in this movie is Harvey Dent/Two Face. His fall from grace as the Hero of Gotham to the demented Two Face is very well scripted. Although this movie does not do enough justice to the comic book character by cutting his role so short.

Aaron Eckhart does the character justice by showing both sides of this man. He actually makes you feel for this guy who has lost everything and is driven to take revenge.

In another movie, or in a different setting, people might actually cheer this guy on. (Of course, it's not justified)

But well, they had to end the movie some how, and the way they do it, leaves the audience wanting much much more of this New Caped Crusader. the Dark Knight.

All in all, I'd say this movie is a must watch for any one who likes a story that keeps them gripped, and if any comic book fan misses the movie.. Don't call your self a fan anymore.

The movie is Brilliant.

Another Year.. Another Birthday

Hi Guys..

Been a few months since I've blogged.. Work's been a killer and well frankly, I have not had much to Blog about. Where are those days where I used to write almost every week.

Anyway, I had my birthday yesterday. I don't know, Didn't really feel like a birthday, Felt like any other normal day. Got up at 11 and went for a long drive in my car.. Oh yeah.. I never did mention that on my Blog. I bought my first Car.. A 2001 Honda Civic.. It's a cool car.. Silver Gray and looks clean.. Anyhow, the drive was cool.. Just drove around Dallas and came home. So, when I told my rommie's that it was my birthday the looks on their faces was something to behold. Nothing to really say.. [:)] ..

So that was my day.. And then hit the sack in the night so that I could work the next day..

Wow what a birthday.. [:P] .. (For those who don't realize it.. I'm being sarcastic) Where are those days where I was surrounded by my friends and the day just felt so damn special.

This was the last birthday of my Bachelorhood.. The next time I have a birthday I'll be a married man with Presi by my side.. [:)]..

Hey that's the first time I'm using her name in my Blog I think.. All these years it's been My better half, my love or my girlfriend.. [:)]..

So by the way, I started my Birthday with "Batman - The Dark Knight". I'll be reviewing the movie shortly.. Look out for that..

Cheers
Have a great time..
And thanks for reading..

Rahul..

Changing Life.. A Very Personal Blog.

Well. I'm looking forward to the rest of my life. Most of you who have read my blog, or those who know me know that I have been in a relationship with my better half for almost 4 years now. Both of us are going to take the next step soon and tie the knot. To be honest before the talks began, I was nervous about that phase of my life, but the day it became official, I felt it was the most natural thing to happen... I was so happy when things started falling in place. This blog, is just me trying to put the big smile on my face into words.

Looking back on my life, I have gone through a lot over the last 8 years, I have completely changed as a person. The once introverted, nervous, awkward guy who had no self confidence, one who did not know what he wanted to do with the rest of his life has changed into a very different person. I feel I'm more confident in what I do, although I'm still a bit awkward, I atleast more comfortable with me as a person. I never knew what I wanted to do with the rest of my life, careerwise.. I don't think I still know. But, I like what I do. I like taking the challenges on. I always wanted to write and I think this Blog, however infrequent it maybe, gives the outlet to the artistic urge.

When she came into my life, I was at a crossroads, I might have become a loner again, or got knows what.. But, what actually ensued was the most wonderful time of my life. We have been through a lot together, and have grown up together and now finally, We move our relationship one step further.. And the date is now fixed for the rest of our lives together to begin.

I've changed and grown a lot over the last few years, from a boy who was drifting aimlessly to a man who is able to envision the rest of his life together with the girl he loves.

Cheers..

Rahul