Review of Shanghai (2012) by Dushyant S — 07 Jun 2012

If you know anyone who thought Rajneeti was a 'brilliant political film', then please show them this.

This review of Shanghai (2012) was written by Dushyant S on 07 Jun 2012.

Shanghai has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Kartik J (19) on 27 Jul 2012

Take a bow once again, Mr. Banerjee. Special mention for Micky McCleary's background score…

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By Aroonav D (28) on 19 Jun 2012

Old wine in a sleek new bottle. That's it. People who are saying this is a 'political' thriller, should get their brains checked…

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By Anup A (3) on 28 Sep 2012

It only really engaged and proved more thrilling late into the second half of the movie…

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By Arpita M (63) on 26 Jul 2012

Best film of the year! Watch it today! Watch it right now. Dibakar - bravo…

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By Saurabh G (40) on 07 Jun 2012

Shanghai is a brilliant political thriller buoyed by stellar performances from Emraan Hashmi, Abhay Deol and Kalki Koechlin but the real hero…

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By Amodini S (2) on 30 Jun 2012

The truly great films portray truths, and they portray them in a way that hits close to home…

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By Venkat M (21) on 04 Aug 2012

Supposed to be a thriller, but it isn't…

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By Shishir A (45) on 14 Jun 2013

Awesum flick...tells the story of Indian politics…

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By Vivek N (5) on 08 Jun 2012

One of the best political satire of Indian cinema & a powerful film indeed…

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By Smriti J (41) on 07 Jun 2012

Shanghai is like a hard kick in the stomach that knocks you out and sends you reeling. Thank you this experience Dibakar Bannerjee & Team. :-)…

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