The Night Train to Kathmandu (1988)
A young girl leaves for Nepal with her parents and brother. She is unhappy to leave her home at first, but soon isn't when she meets a handome young man. The story unfolds into a romantic and daring quest in search of the "Invisible City."
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This Movie Can Only Be Described With One Word.
Although it has its amusing moments, in eneral the plot does not convince.
Blending excellent reporting and strong storytelling, this is a disturbing film truly stranger than fiction
It is interesting even when nothing much happens, which is for most of its 3-hour running time. Read full review
After the remarkable "Anna to the Infinite Power," writer-director Robert Wiemer goes wrong with "The Night Train in Kathmandu." The problem is that a story about an Indian prince (Eddie Castrodad) who is searching for his lost kingdom which appears or disappears depending on whether a certain jade medalion is in his possession is not really a good idea for a film. The plot is too basic and the strong suggestion of a love affair with Lily Macleod (Milla Jovovich) and the prince does not make the film any more interesting to watch. "The Night Train to Kathmandu" is the kind of film that is so puerile that you feel silly for having watched it. The opening sequences remind me of children trying and failing to put on a play in front of their parents who applaud anyway only because it is the polite thing to do. On the bright side, "The Night Train to Kathmandu" is probably entertaining for kids, though I cannot see it doing much for their imaginations. Instead the only thing this film is notable for is the beautiful, but very young Ukranian model Milla Jovovich. But Jovovich's acting unfortunately does not approximate her looks.
Like a lot of people who have commented on this film, i also saw this movie when i was 8-10 yrs. My grandfather had found it at an old movie rental and we watched it together. I was mesmerized, and now that i'm older...i have fond memories. For a long time, i forgot what it was called. All i could remember was something about a "train"! I was looking up on Milla, when i say the movie.....ahhhh! Was i surprised. So, now me and the film are reunited. I love this movie for the mystery and romance...the scenery rocks. Milla is beautiful in the movie and the music is great. It isn't too long...and the time moves quickly when watching it. I love it!
The movie would be better without the acting and 'plot,' but the photography was spectacular. absolutely terribly bad. Thankfully it's not too long - but the plot which is supposed to be mysterious is weak, with mediocre acting - not convincing in the least bit. The incredible scenery is the only redeeming feature of this movie. probably the worst movie I have EVER seen - cheesy plot turns and a predictably boring romance make this movie corny and tacky. not worth an hour of anyone's time ever. If you are really interested in Nepalese history and don't mind bad acting and no plot then this movie is great. otherwise. . . . I would rate this a 1 out of ten.
By far one of Milla Jovovich's best films.I first saw it when i was around 9 or 10 and watched it over and over.It has pretty much everything in it, adventure, romance, drama,etc..This is the film that got me into foreign films even though I'm not sure how foreign it is, this is also one of the movies that got me into studying foreign cultures and customs. It's definitely a great story and something the whole family can watch together.The scenery is awesome, i love the way the movie plays out , you never know whats going to happen(well the first time you see it anyway :)).I don't wanna say too much more or i'll just end up spoiling it for you. You really need to see this movie to understand how great it is!