Dubbed “poverty porn” by many Indian protesters, and sparking controversy over everything from the depiction of India’s economic state, to the film’s title, this is one Oscar contender that has been hard to ignore.
With all of the hype surrounding the film, and director Danny Boyle, it has been tough to turn a blind eye to the impact it has made on film enthusiasts.
Whether you are a fan, or you agree with the protests, one cannot ignore the engaging nature of this unexpected film about the slums of India.
The screenplay, written by Simon Beaufoy, takes the viewer through an interwoven story of past and present. As the plot is pushed along by the infamous “Who Wants To Be a Millionaire” game show, the life of Jamal Malik, played by actor Dev Patel, unfolds with each new trivia question.
A cast of talented unknowns brings to life the age-old quests for love and money, the hope in a greater destiny, and an urgent determination to survive. With an innovative soundtrack, and a gritty look at the landscape of India, Slumdog Millionaire is a refreshing standout and a great example of storytelling done right.
Though the film has bits of humor and rays of happiness, for the most part viewers can expect a dirty and often disturbing tale of life in the slums.
If watching a movie about rainbows and lollipops is what you’re after, walk right on by this selection. But, if you want a movie that will make you go hmmmm, Slumdog Millionaire is it.
I give this film 5/5 Light Bulbs, and that doesn’t happen too often!
** Picture courtesy of www.firstshowing.net
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