paniwala Reviews

Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)

Corporations fund revenge?

[5/10 · 19 December 2022]

I am nobody to review Mr. Cameron's vision. However I found the storyline very weak. Yes it is a spectacle to watch with some of the stunning scenes. Story narration I felt very slow and dragged at times. Some action scenes were just not necessary. The objective of the corporation involved with invasion of planet was lost in the story line unlike the first version. Movie is too long and i advise not to watch last (night) show - watch it in afternoon or early evening if you want to enjoy the movie scenes - for me it only scenes. Loved the children in the movie. Most of the picturesque scenes of water, Animals and such can be watched in documentaries. Overall watch it for some very good scenes an not for a storyline.

Raksha Bandhan (I) (2022)

Story from 80's and earlier

[3/10 · 14 August 2022]

While story insidents cannot be ignored even today. This move is more apt in 80's and before. Why?

(1) These days more Girls are highly qualified than boys. (2) In fact in many cities Boys cannot get married. (3) Girls are not waiting for brothers and parents to show they need to be independent. I am proud that the Girls are independent now on their own.

PM Narendra Modi (2019)

Watch this

[8/10 · 25 May 2019]

I rarely write reviews but this time I want to come out and say watch this. Even if you dont like PM watch this to know how power brokers function and can destroy a politician. Watch this if you want leadership qualities. There are several events in this I would have liked to see some specific dates as I am not sure if they are real or fictitious. Very inspiring and clearly shows why this man is re-elected several times in Gujarat even from minority constituencies. Shows how media portrays politicians based on their own internal agenda. Several people came out in review section like the oppn parties and asking for his performance post PM and THIS movie is not about that it is about Modi's raise form Tea seller to National scene. Many things are touched upon right from Independence and people from 70's like me know. Some scenes are awesome ! Go watch this for every Indian

The Equalizer 2 (2018)

Not as Fast paced as the first one

[5/10 · 4 August 2018]

We expected this to be as fast paced as the first one. Very slow narration and at times dragging with too many slow side stories. Action not as fast paced and impactful as the first one. Can wait for it on HBO. Cant believe the director Antoine Fuqua is the same on this one ! Denzel Washington is good but not at his best.

Upgrade (2018)

Do not pay attention to bad reviews if you like Technology

[9/10 · 1 June 2018]

Really enjoyed this movie. A very good dose of future technology and where it would lead us to. We are already seeing the birth of some of the concepts shown in this movie and like with any technology there will be good usage and bad. I dont understand the bad comments on violence as it is "indirect" (without giving away). Fast paced and suspenseful. Logan Marshall-Green acted well without any "overacting" or showing off. Screen play and direction were very good. It is original concept and I did not see any connection with Death wish or other movies - not even close or people did not understand the movie?

Maze Runner: The Death Cure (2018)

If you are not the fan of the series it is boring !

[4/10 · 28 January 2018]

Very slow narration and lacks everything for one to be engaged. Yes if you are a fan of the series you may connect with this movie. Action sequences are very unreal, acting very mediocre and lack of funny moments. The pace is soooo slow that i heard a few snores around me and that made me laugh! Dont waste your money on this one if you are not a fan of the series. Movie lacks "Wow Moment"