Fire (1996) Reviews
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10 out of 10 people found this review helpful This was an awesome movie, well written and acted. I was surprised that it was done so well. The only drawback was that the background noise sometimes made it hard to hear the conversations. I even watched the extras and was surprised by the actions of the locals at the show's debut. These are definitely worth watching as they make you aware of the political climate, the threats made to the film maker and the threats to men's ideas that their women might want more than tradition allows. I would give it four stars.WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
9 out of 10 people found this review helpful This film is amazing and such a big transition for indian films. I believe this film is only for the open minded viewer. It has great freatures concerning the chaos brought on by the film. It is one ... Read More This film is amazing and such a big transition for indian films. I believe this film is only for the open minded viewer. It has great freatures concerning the chaos brought on by the film. It is one I'd like to add to my favorites :) Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful Although we have seen Deepa Mehta's wonderful film "Water", this was a surprise in the frankness of the theme. The story was beautifully told, and the disputed scenes seem to be a natural result of ... Read More Although we have seen Deepa Mehta's wonderful film "Water", this was a surprise in the frankness of the theme. The story was beautifully told, and the disputed scenes seem to be a natural result of two very frustrated wives. It was instructive to see the scenes of protest in India after the release of the film there. I guess Hindus and Muslims must be pretty united regarding lesbianism. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful Too long, poor sound quality, bad acting...I know it must have been controversial in India but come on, the movie isn't good at all!WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
1 out of 2 people found this review helpful I give this movie 5 stars for one reason and one reason only. The actresses were sincere. It showed in their eyes. Against all odds and against their religion and even beliefs, they find a way for ... Read More I give this movie 5 stars for one reason and one reason only. The actresses were sincere. It showed in their eyes. Against all odds and against their religion and even beliefs, they find a way for love to prevail. India is is the Love Fantasy capitol of the world. Here is another reason why. There is only one nude scene, and even then it is not much. What enthralled me was the storyline; Deepa Mehta did a wonderful job! Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
1 out of 4 people found this review helpful Beavis and Butthead would like this movie because it has lesbians, nudity and FIRE! Seriously though, I liked this movie more than just because of the girl kissing scenes, it shows how conservative ... Read More Beavis and Butthead would like this movie because it has lesbians, nudity and FIRE! Seriously though, I liked this movie more than just because of the girl kissing scenes, it shows how conservative Indian religious beliefs and gay lifestyles don't mix well like here in the US. The movie also mentions how other minorities have been mistreated in India. Homosexuality exists everywhere whether people like or not. You hear me President Amendinajad? Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No |
