Well, this week has been the most hectic week for me. I have worked and worked for more than 14 hrs a day to close one of the outstanding business of mine. So here i am again with weekly review:
1. For whom the bell tolls (1943)
This movie is a colored movie made in 1943, based on the book of the same name by Ernest Hemingway. I really admired the acting of Gary Cooper and Ingrid Bergman. Ingrid Bergman has made a huge impact on me courtesy Casablanca. This movie is based on the Spanish civil war of late 1930's. Worth watching. 8 points out of 10.
2. When trumpets fade (1998)
This movie is yet another 2nd world war based movie and its not based on Battle of bulge but on the battle of Hurtgen forest fought in 1944. Story of the evolution of two soldiers Manning and Sanderson. The starting and ending scenes render quite a lot. 7 points out of 10.
3. Rob Roy (1995)
Liam Neeson has a knack of playing legendary role like Oscar schindler, Michael Collins and now Robert Roy Macgregor, a Scottish chieftain. Worth watching movie for many reasons and in many words Rob is a shadow of Sir William Wallace. 9 points out of 10.
Sunday, December 07, 2008
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Weekly review (23-30 Nov) 2008
1. The Foreign correspondent (1940)
This is a masterpiece from Hitchcok. Its a story of a reporter (Jones aka Havestock) sent from New york to cover from London the pre-war events in 1939-1940. Jones discovered a German conspiracy of hijacking the peace process initiated by some umbrella organization.quite a thriller. 8 points out of 10.
2. Blue Max (1966)
A first world war movie showing the class diference between the German Army. The story of a fighter pilot who burning from an extreme desire of proving his superiority over his co-pilots. Ursula (Bond girl Dr. No) also features in this flick. 8 points out of 10.
3. In the valley of Elah (2007)
This movie is an offshoot from the American Imperial war against Iraq. Charlize Theron looks as pretty as she can. Tommy Lee Jones was as superb as ever. He along with Theron investigates the mysterious death of his soldier son. 7 points out of 10.
4. Quantum Of Solace (2008)
Quite a sighter. The story takes another step after Casino Royale. Bond makes mockery of an International conspiracy yet again. 6 points out of 10.
5. Aaj Tak news channel(26-29 Nov 2008)
I want to condemn this channel in strongest possible words. At around 9:30 AM on 27th Nov, the news reader ridiculed the sacrifice of Mumbai police officials by saying something like "Yeh kal tak terrorists ka encounter karte the, aj inka encounter ho gaya". I and Saugata were literally shocked by hearing these words from a popular news channel. Aaj Tak what a pathetic waste. Anyways This is the way India treats her heroes without any exception whatsoever.
This is a masterpiece from Hitchcok. Its a story of a reporter (Jones aka Havestock) sent from New york to cover from London the pre-war events in 1939-1940. Jones discovered a German conspiracy of hijacking the peace process initiated by some umbrella organization.quite a thriller. 8 points out of 10.
2. Blue Max (1966)
A first world war movie showing the class diference between the German Army. The story of a fighter pilot who burning from an extreme desire of proving his superiority over his co-pilots. Ursula (Bond girl Dr. No) also features in this flick. 8 points out of 10.
3. In the valley of Elah (2007)
This movie is an offshoot from the American Imperial war against Iraq. Charlize Theron looks as pretty as she can. Tommy Lee Jones was as superb as ever. He along with Theron investigates the mysterious death of his soldier son. 7 points out of 10.
4. Quantum Of Solace (2008)
Quite a sighter. The story takes another step after Casino Royale. Bond makes mockery of an International conspiracy yet again. 6 points out of 10.
5. Aaj Tak news channel(26-29 Nov 2008)
I want to condemn this channel in strongest possible words. At around 9:30 AM on 27th Nov, the news reader ridiculed the sacrifice of Mumbai police officials by saying something like "Yeh kal tak terrorists ka encounter karte the, aj inka encounter ho gaya". I and Saugata were literally shocked by hearing these words from a popular news channel. Aaj Tak what a pathetic waste. Anyways This is the way India treats her heroes without any exception whatsoever.
Saturday, November 29, 2008
And how can a man die better than facing fearful odds for the ashes of his fathers, for the temples of his Gods and for the people of his country
India is yet again attacked by the terrorists and many precious lives belonging to many classes and many nationalities have been lost. This terror attack has killed people from almost every section of society from petty dweller to rich millionaire and this is quite a proof that this is not a attack on one section or mere one city but on the very concept of India. Mumbai is saved by the only remaining hope of India i.e. Indian defence forces (NSG, Navy, Army and Police) but not without giving supreme sacrifices of her great soldiers. Freedom does not come free, freedom comes with a price.
Today, when i saw the cremation of ATS chief Mr. Karkare an NSG Major Sandeep, i was overwhelmed the ironical mixture of Patriotism and Shame. One can not dare to define Patriotism, one can only experience it and attacks like these only unite people instead of dividing them. I dont see any "Marathi Manoos" or Tamil or Bihari in this action, i have seen only Indians, fighting hard to save their fellow countrymen. This is called patriotism and now who can dare to say Mumbai belongs to Marathi Manoos only. Every inch of India belongs to her citizens and no petty politician can deny it. Lets all Indians come together in this time of test in form of a peace rally throughout the India filling each street, each house with nothing but glorious Tricolor and Indians. This is a time to show all Indians that we were one nationality before, we are one nationality now and we will remain one nationality forever, Insha Allah.
I am ashamed too and because of only one reason, what the fuck i am doing for my country except paying taxes. Will this remain the product of my existence? Some will say that i am excited because this is different time. But i will quote "It is the best of times and it is the worst of the times". best of times because its a rare opportunity to show our unity to our fellow countrymen and worst of times because we have lost many precious lives.
Indian politicians, the rare breed of "humans" only care about their respective vote banks. Our Honourable home minister Mr. Shivraaj Patil can only change his dress while our "Prime Minister in waiting" Mr. L. K. Adwani can only curse the government. Its a great tragedy that India is in her lowest ebb of weakness when her Prime Minister belongs to the greatest class of her sons, the great Sikhs. Mr. Prime Minister, you are what a shame!
May the soul of every victim should find some peace now. We are highly successful in converting our "Promised land" from the cradle of civilization to the "dying civilization". Congratulations fellow Indians for this great achievement.
Today, when i saw the cremation of ATS chief Mr. Karkare an NSG Major Sandeep, i was overwhelmed the ironical mixture of Patriotism and Shame. One can not dare to define Patriotism, one can only experience it and attacks like these only unite people instead of dividing them. I dont see any "Marathi Manoos" or Tamil or Bihari in this action, i have seen only Indians, fighting hard to save their fellow countrymen. This is called patriotism and now who can dare to say Mumbai belongs to Marathi Manoos only. Every inch of India belongs to her citizens and no petty politician can deny it. Lets all Indians come together in this time of test in form of a peace rally throughout the India filling each street, each house with nothing but glorious Tricolor and Indians. This is a time to show all Indians that we were one nationality before, we are one nationality now and we will remain one nationality forever, Insha Allah.
I am ashamed too and because of only one reason, what the fuck i am doing for my country except paying taxes. Will this remain the product of my existence? Some will say that i am excited because this is different time. But i will quote "It is the best of times and it is the worst of the times". best of times because its a rare opportunity to show our unity to our fellow countrymen and worst of times because we have lost many precious lives.
Indian politicians, the rare breed of "humans" only care about their respective vote banks. Our Honourable home minister Mr. Shivraaj Patil can only change his dress while our "Prime Minister in waiting" Mr. L. K. Adwani can only curse the government. Its a great tragedy that India is in her lowest ebb of weakness when her Prime Minister belongs to the greatest class of her sons, the great Sikhs. Mr. Prime Minister, you are what a shame!
May the soul of every victim should find some peace now. We are highly successful in converting our "Promised land" from the cradle of civilization to the "dying civilization". Congratulations fellow Indians for this great achievement.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Book Review [9] : The Discovery of India
My hands are shivering and i am running high on temperature so this post may lack some thing in it. Apologies for that.
'The Discovery of India' was written by Pundit Nehru in Ahmednagar fort jail in 1942-1945. This book is simply superb and it talks about the history of the common man during the entire age of our civilization. This book is not a story of kings but of philosophers, saints and prophets of India. I have read innumerable books on history, this book is in different league altogether. A must read for any person wants to know about India. In his own words "India is a myth and an idea, a dream and a vision and yet very real and present and pervasive". I have been reading this book for quite some time and i am feeling really very solemn after finishing it. I got yet another book from Aviral. This is " Sanskrit ke chaar Adhyay" by Ramdhaari Singh Dinkar, the legendary writer of Rashmirathi. The foreword is written by Pundit Nehru ;). Over to you Sir.
Highly Recommended (9/10)
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Weekly Review 15-22 November
Well, this week i say many movies as always and i just finished day's movie no. 4. These are as follows:
1. Michael Collins (1995)
This movie is the biography of great Irish freedom fighter Michael Collins. This guy led the Irishmen to virtually their independence from England. The glorious days of Irish Revolution (1916-1922) started with Easter Rising in 1916 (from the Martyrdom of great James Connolly) and culminated into the free Ireland state in 1922. Michael Collins suffered a lot from the then President of Irish party Eamon de Valera. Valera betrayed Michael Collins and instigate the civil war against the Collin's treaty with England. This ultimate results in the assassination of Michael Collins. Ireland and India share a lot in terms of history. Both were mutilated by Britishers before giving independence (Northern Ireland and Pakistan), both fathers of the nation Michael Collins and Bapu were assassinated by their own people and both the flags i.e. Irish and Indian contain the same colors (Green , Saffron and White). The role of Collins is played by Liam Neesaon (the same guy has played the famous role of Oscar schindler in Schindler's list). I like this movie as well as the other one "The wind that shakes the barley" on Irish war theme equally. 9 points out of 10.
2. Dance with wolves (1990)
A great movie depicting almost a true picture of native Indians of North America. The film contains beautiful scenes. Kevin Costner and Mary Mcdonnel (she is also playing President Roslin in Battle Star Galactica ;) have done a tremendous job. Its a story of the clash between the so called civilised society (the whites) and so called barbaric society (the Indians). A must watch in any case. This film has won 7 Oscars. 9 points out of 10.
3. The Charge of the light Brigade (1968)
Its actually an anti-war movie and it describes the pitiful condition of the officers serving under the arrogant and shirking Generals. Well this movie contains a lot of abuses for Indians like us. It covers the Crimean war fought in Balkan against the Russians aggression in Balkan region. 7 points out of 10.
4. Arn Templeriddaren (2007)
Its the most expensive Scanvandian movie ever made. Its a story about a Swedish noble who was accused of a forbidden love and was forced to serve as a Knight Templar in the Holy Land during the era of the Crusade (12th century). Indian model cum actor Milind Soman is playing Sallahaddin in this movie. This movie is quite inferior of the Orlando Bloom's Kingdom of heaven. 6 points out of 10.
5. To end all wars (2001)
Its a story of the allied POWs captured by Japan after the fall of Singapore in 1942. These prisoners were forced to build the railway track in Thailand so that Japan could attack India. To be honest this movie is no way comparable to "The bridge on river Kwai". 5 points out of 10.
6. Dasvidaniya (2008)
I was expecting a better show from Rajat kapoor and Vinay Pathak. This movie is a let down. Its a hotchpotch of comedy and tragedy. No idea where to laugh and where to frack. 4 points out of 10.
Well guys, i have to leave as i have a book to read. Dasvidaniya ;)
1. Michael Collins (1995)
This movie is the biography of great Irish freedom fighter Michael Collins. This guy led the Irishmen to virtually their independence from England. The glorious days of Irish Revolution (1916-1922) started with Easter Rising in 1916 (from the Martyrdom of great James Connolly) and culminated into the free Ireland state in 1922. Michael Collins suffered a lot from the then President of Irish party Eamon de Valera. Valera betrayed Michael Collins and instigate the civil war against the Collin's treaty with England. This ultimate results in the assassination of Michael Collins. Ireland and India share a lot in terms of history. Both were mutilated by Britishers before giving independence (Northern Ireland and Pakistan), both fathers of the nation Michael Collins and Bapu were assassinated by their own people and both the flags i.e. Irish and Indian contain the same colors (Green , Saffron and White). The role of Collins is played by Liam Neesaon (the same guy has played the famous role of Oscar schindler in Schindler's list). I like this movie as well as the other one "The wind that shakes the barley" on Irish war theme equally. 9 points out of 10.
2. Dance with wolves (1990)
A great movie depicting almost a true picture of native Indians of North America. The film contains beautiful scenes. Kevin Costner and Mary Mcdonnel (she is also playing President Roslin in Battle Star Galactica ;) have done a tremendous job. Its a story of the clash between the so called civilised society (the whites) and so called barbaric society (the Indians). A must watch in any case. This film has won 7 Oscars. 9 points out of 10.
3. The Charge of the light Brigade (1968)
Its actually an anti-war movie and it describes the pitiful condition of the officers serving under the arrogant and shirking Generals. Well this movie contains a lot of abuses for Indians like us. It covers the Crimean war fought in Balkan against the Russians aggression in Balkan region. 7 points out of 10.
4. Arn Templeriddaren (2007)
Its the most expensive Scanvandian movie ever made. Its a story about a Swedish noble who was accused of a forbidden love and was forced to serve as a Knight Templar in the Holy Land during the era of the Crusade (12th century). Indian model cum actor Milind Soman is playing Sallahaddin in this movie. This movie is quite inferior of the Orlando Bloom's Kingdom of heaven. 6 points out of 10.
5. To end all wars (2001)
Its a story of the allied POWs captured by Japan after the fall of Singapore in 1942. These prisoners were forced to build the railway track in Thailand so that Japan could attack India. To be honest this movie is no way comparable to "The bridge on river Kwai". 5 points out of 10.
6. Dasvidaniya (2008)
I was expecting a better show from Rajat kapoor and Vinay Pathak. This movie is a let down. Its a hotchpotch of comedy and tragedy. No idea where to laugh and where to frack. 4 points out of 10.
Well guys, i have to leave as i have a book to read. Dasvidaniya ;)
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