Sense and Sensibility review – blue-chip cast decorates Emma Thompson’s pleasurable Austen adaptation

Thirty years later, this richly enjoyable film is back with its quality lineup including Kate Winslet and Hugh Grant alongside Thompson herself Emma Thompson won a screenplay Oscar for this buoyant, vibrant, richly enjoyable adaptation of Jane Austen’s novel. Released in 1995, it was directed by Ang Lee and is a movie with the pleasures of a golden age studio picture of the kind made by William Wyler. It was the second half of Thompson’s Oscar double – she won her first one in 1993 for acting in Howards End – and she is still the only person in Academy Award history to win for acting and writing. With marvellous lightness and gaiety, Thompson found a response to Austen’s comic register, expertly marrying it up to the romance, and 1995 now looks like the golden age of Austen adaptation, having also seen the Colin Firth/Jennifer Ehle Pride and Prejudice on television and Amy Heckerling’s Emma-homage Clueless at the movies. Thompson paid due attention to Austen’s unique and toughly real...

FIRST LOOK: Anil Kapoor fans receive a special treat as Prime Video drops TEASER of Subedaar on his birthday

On Tuesday, Prime Video, in collaboration with Opening Image Films and Anil Kapoor Film & Communication Network (AKFCN), treated fans to a spectacular surprise on the occasion of Anil Kapoor’s birthday. They dropped a sneak peek into the highly anticipated Prime original movie, Subedaar. Featuring the dynamic actor, alongside popular actress Radhikka Madan, who plays his daughter, Subedaar is helmed by the acclaimed director Suresh Triveni.

The film, set against the backdrop of India’s heartland, delves into the gripping journey of Subedaar Arjun Maurya, who now faces the turbulence of civilian life. An Opening Image Films and Anil Kapoor Film & Communication Network (AKFCN) production, this masala action-packed drama recently wrapped an intense outdoor shoot in UP and is set to commence its last leg of filming in January.

Coming to the first look, the short clip kicks off with gritty visuals, accompanied by an adrenaline-pumping Subedaar theme track that aims at captivating audience throughout. Anil Kapoor’s embodies a rugged and intense persona who is seen giving a glimpse of his army officer avatar. The video, with its escalating tension, offers a glimpse into what can only be described as a full-throttle performance by Kapoor.

Speaking of the film, Anil Kapoor shared, "Subedaar is special!!! It’s much more than just an action film; it’s about resilience, honor, family and the relentless fight we face in life. I could not have asked a better director than Suresh to captain this film and it is equally special to partner with Vikram and team as we bring this story to life. Revealing this first glimpse of Subedaar Arjun Maurya on my birthday is my gift to the fans who have supported me all these years!

 

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Subedaar is produced by Vikram Malhotra, Anil Kapoor, and Suresh Triveni. The compelling narrative is written by Suresh Triveni and Prajwal Chandrashekar. The release date of the film continues to stay under wraps.

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