This movie took forever to be released and even then pulled down after the release. The picturization of what happened in Punjab in 1995 is horrifying and not for the faint of heart.
Fantastically done and very moving. Diljit was excellent.
This was an excellent emotional watch. Every character was portrayed masterfully. Imtiaz did a fantastic job capturing the fancy of a dying old man played by Naseeruddin Shah, who actually outdid himself here. Wrapping up the entire story of the partition of India and the atrocities that followed. The trauma that's deep-rooted in the lives of the people living in both sides of the border and how it haunts them till their dying breath.
One of the best movies I watched this year.
Stephen Chow blends martial arts and sports in this high-energy spectacle that turns pure absurdity into cinematic joy.
The Good: The inventive kung-fu action sequences are thrilling, Stephen Chow delivers superb physical comedy, and the film boasts surprisingly endearing character arcs with genuine heart.
The Bad: The early 2000s CGI effects have aged poorly, the mid-film pacing occasionally drags, and the extreme slapstick tone may alienate grounded moviegoers.
Ultimately, Shaolin Soccer is an exuberant crowd-pleaser that celebrates martial arts cinema with infectious charm and boundless energy.