Highway (2014)

Most undeservingly overhyped movie of all time??

Not sure how, but this is easily one of the best movies all summer. Multiple levels of funny, never takes itself seriously, super colorful, and creative.

It is encouraging that the film ends so strongly.Otherwise, it wouldn't have been a particularly memorable film

It is neither dumb nor smart enough to be fun, and spends way too much time with its boring human characters.

Good plot, had heart, nice scenery throughout the film and lots of effort must have been put in it but for every well executed scene or great dialogue there is also a bland dialogue. When one of the kidnappers shoves Veera against the windshield putting her face to face with her fiancé, the fiancé was like "I told you so". Was he supposed to be an ass or is it the adrenaline. How one would react in such a situation is really unpredictable, but it sets the mean-spirited tone of the movie.I am not an expert on Stockholm syndrome but it felt too early for it to set in. Without even knowing anything about her captors to empathize with them she goes back to them when given the chance to run. After all this happens only then does she start seeing the captors' desperate state. The monologues of Veera was silly yet amusing. What with all that talk about hotel check-inns, hilarious. She becomes annoying and intolerable. Talking non-stop. Then she was given a second chance at escape when she hid from the cops. The truth comes out. Mahabir was chewing something while Veera talks about her uncle presenting her with imported chocolates when she was nine while she sat on his lap. Then it suddenly turns dark when she says that the uncle made her sit on his lap in the bathroom. Mahabir's chewing paused. Apparently her mother tells her to keep quiet about it.It was a shocker. It was obviously a movie for adults from the start but Bollywood movies in the past avoided such dark themes. Lately Bollywood movies went deep and dark. I honestly don't know if it is a good scene or not. Mahabir had his own tragic backstory.Mahabir literally hands Veera over to the cops but she returns to him. They would settle down happily but Mahabir gets a sinking feeling that something was going to go wrong and then it does. A sniper shoots and kills him. Veera was rescued. The way people were shunning her mention of her time spent in captivity was really frustrating yet cinematic. Then the uncle appears. She reveals the childhood incident to the whole household. Awkward and cringing it was to watch but it was the confrontation one was looking forward to since the mention of it.The uncle gets up and leaves. Lots of crying. The plot drags on to a disappointing climax with no justice done to the uncle for his actions but the world's a dangerous place even in your own house.It was a roller coaster ride and I think 6 rating is fair as the pros only just exceeds the cons.

the films takes in into the real world. i have wondered and I'm waiting for my trip... the love part of this story seems okay. i love travel side, u must watch it. the main part of this film is travel and it watch it or travel purpose only, this might be good feed for travel motivated persons ever like Vera!! the acting of the both character was too good the travel in tempo was good plan but comparing to rich it has some problem, i recommend you to travel in bike! traveling with girl is not possible as like as we think. in this film they did not concentrate with public issues. but look good film everyone must see for traveling thrust. if u seen this your leg will not be stand simply.have good journey

Highway is a good honest offbeat movie by Imtiaz Ali, about a kidnapped girl.PROS of Highway1 - Melodious AR Rahman compositions 2 - Fine acting by Alia Bhat (her cuteness adds to the sensitivity of her character and how can I forget the climax in which she takes out all her stifled frustration on her family members) 3 - Fine acting by Randeep Hooda 4 - Scenes of Mother Nature in all its glory (lush green field, majestic snow-capped mountains of Himalaya and the tumbling roar of the river flowing out of the mountain) 5 - The Stockholm Syndrome (displayed by Alia)CONS of Highway1 - The 'dehati' accent of Randeep is unintelligible 2 - The shooting down of Randeep was gross (How can police shoot down someone without any warning and provocation?) 3 - The flashbacks of Randeep life is unnecessary (it does not contribute to the gravity of the situation or plot) 4 - The teary acting of Randeep outside his new house while Alia is cooking food, looks "forced" (it should have been done softly and slowly so that you can connect with his state-of-mind)5 - The Stockholm Syndrome is shown in a sudden, unrealistic manner which just did not appeal at all Imtiaz Ali is one of the few directors of meaningful, thoughtful films we've in India. Even in the case of a commercial film like Jab We Meet, he handled it with sincerity and maturity (as opposed to the melodrama and cacophany that Rohit Shetty indulges in).

Highway isn't just a film, its a journey, which could end up being reality for some of us. Unfortunately, many people don't realize this, the fact that we are all part of a society, where we can't be ourselves, or express ourselves. In short, a society that we think gives us freedom, but it really doesn't. Imtiaz Ali has realized this, which is why he has written the story of Highway.The film may look simple and ordinary. But, if you take time to analyse it, you may see that everything in the movie has been scripted for a reason, and each character has been created thoughtfully. Alia Bhatt's character, Veera, is a naive, innocent yet bright women who wants to live life on her terms. In contrast, Randeep Hooda's character, Mahabir,is a harsh, tough gang member. The relationship between these two characters is so special, because even though they are opposites, they are still very similar.Imtiaz Ali's direction is perfect, as usual. The performances by Alia and Randeep are mind blowing. It's pretty obvious why Imtiaz chose these wonderful actors in Highway. No one else could create the same atmosphere as them. Anil Mehta has beautifully captured every location. From the rock-steady mountains to the cool streams, every aspect of the movie looks like paradise. The movie wouldn't have been the same without the music of A R Rahman. The song 'Patakha Guddi' is my favourite, because it feels like it was written for me. Irshad Kamil has penned every lyric accurately. Overall, I think the film was brilliant compared to all the nonsense films being made these days. I hope more films like Highway will be made in the future.