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Movie review: English Vinglish


I might be 6 years late, but here is my review of this Bollywood movie, starring Sridevi. Directed by Gauri Shinde, this film tackles some

This film is freakin' awesome! I can't believe I hadn't watched this movie before. And if you haven't watched it, I suggest you clear out your calendar for tomorrow and grab some popcorn. This is mostly a serious movie, but the lighter moments are well placed, and make great viewing. The plot, the dialogues, the screenplay, everything is perfect. This movie is worth paying big bucks to watch on the big screen, unlike me, who watched it 6 years late on a 14 inch touchscreen.

Sridevi is absolutely mesmerizing. Her acting in this movie is one of the best acting performances I have ever seen. When you watch her, her struggles become yours. You feel her happiness and sadness. You want her to do well. You want her to show the world, how much she can accomplish. Anything more I say here will be spoilers for the few people who haven't watched it.

It is not only Sridevi who deserves plaudits for her acting. Mehdi Nebbou, Priya Anand, the guy who plays the English teacher have all delivered brilliant performances. Director Gauri Shinde also deserves a special mention, having written and directed this masterpiece.

This is one of the few movies which make you think deep and hard. This is the kind of movie which I absolutely adore watching. I hope Bollywood and Hollywood make more movies like this, instead of the trash they usually serve us.

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