Review of Walkaway (2010) by Ankur B — 29 Oct 2010
The movie is marketed as an Indian version of Sex and the City. However, the issues tackled in the film are not of petulant, self-indulgent individuals, rather a clash of traditions and customs dating back many generations, in a modern day battleground defined by the economic collapses, non-stop flights and instant connectivity.
The figurative diversity of expectations hits home in the literal diversity of New York. There is great acting by upcoming actors- namely Samrat Chakrabarti (Shree), Carrie Anne James (Genevive) playing an inter-racial couple trying to tie the knot.
Deepti Gupta (Nidhi) and Ami Sheth (Anu) absolutely own every frame they are in. The portrayal of Indian parents involved in the wheeling-dealing behind the wedding arrangements is spot on. The direction is sharp, with very slick editing.
It is hard to believe that this is the director's debut film. A brilliant soundtrack, created by the likes of Vishal-Shekhar (the music director of Dus, Dostana) and Ram Sampath (Peepli Live), rounds off an eminently enjoyable movie.
This review of Walkaway (2010) was written by Ankur B on 29 Oct 2010.
Walkaway has generally received very positive reviews.
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