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Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Nirupa Roy, Shashi Kapoor, Neetu Singh, Parveen Babi

Directed by: Yash Chopra

Genre: Action/ Crime/Drama

” Morality may consist solely in the courage of making a choice.”

Leon Blum

A good movie is always a great source of time pass. This is true especially if you are watching movies which are timeless classics. I happened to watch one such timeless classic upon my father’s recommendation. Yes I do take in people’s recommendations as well. So, if you have any recommendations you want me to review upon feel free to comment in the comments section. So, it so happened that I and my father were enacting a few dialogues from the movie with such conviction that we surely would have won some awards for the same:p Okay maybe I am exaggerating but those interesting dialogue delivery sessions actually made me watch the movie.

So, ladies and gentlemen presenting to you my latest pick in the awesome world of movies-Deewar.

Story line: The movie recounts the story of two brothers Ravi and Vijay Verma who struggle to survive in the slums. But eventually as time progresses, they find themselves on opposing sides of law. A wall has sprung up between the two brothers as they are drawn apart by fate and circumstances in a time of socio- political turmoil. One becomes a leading figure in the underworld. While on the other hand the other brother becomes a police inspector. One has all the materialistic possessions at his disposal. While on the other hand, the other brother has has his ethics and morality. In the battle between morality and immorality who emerges victorious? Does that victory make sense or is there any other emotion involved? Watch the movie to find the answers to these questions.

Scrutiny: The movie tries to explore how fate and circumstances in a time of socio- political turmoil can force two people to adopt different paths. The movie portrays this beautifully in the form of two brothers standing at the opposite ends of the law. The positives of the movie-1. Fantastic story line. Credit goes for this goes to the fantastic script writing by Javed Akhtar Sir and Salim Khan sir. 2. Impeccable histrionics by the lead actors. This includes Bacchan sir’s criminal act, Shashi Kapoor sir’s Inspector Ravi Verma act and obviously who can forget the iconic Maa of the movie Nirupa Roy? 3. Even the songs are great in this movie.

The negatives – The cuss words used which kind of blends in the script but makes you feel awkward.

The sentiment : This one is definitely worth giving a watch. The gripping story line, the histrionics by the lead actors, the action scenes makes it a complete package for movie lovers. Also , the screen play written by the famous screenwriter duo Javed Akhtar and Salim Khan sir leaves you with some great dialogues and memories. So do give the movie a watch and do share your favourite memories from the movie in the comments section. Waiting for your lovely feedback.

Rating: ****

Quote Unquote: ” Sapne bhi samundar ki lehron ki tarah hote hai. Haqeeqat ki chattanon se takraate hi toot jaate hai.”

Que: What protects Vijay from being shot twice?

a. A piece of paper

b. A 786 badge

c. An AK 47 gun

d. A rope