Movies this week: 'Frozen', 'Bullett Raja' and more release on November 27 and 29

Frozen

Frozen a stunning big-screen comedy adventure. Fearless optimist Anna (voice of Kristen Bell) sets off on an epic journey-teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff (voice of Jonathan Groff) and his loyal reindeer Sven-to find her sister Elsa (voice of Idina Menzel) whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions mystical trolls and a hilarious snowman named Olaf Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom.

Cast - Kristen Bell, Alan Tudyk, Idina Menzel, Josh Gad, Jonathan Groff, Eva Bella, Livvy Stubenrauch, Santino Fontana

Director - Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee

Verdict - As with all other Disney films, Frozen is a light hearted comedy that delivers a great entertaining family film. The 3-D is amazing and the voice overs are brilliant. A must watch.

IMDb - 7.1/10

Rotten Tomatoes - 97%

Release Date - November 27

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Bullett Raja

Tigmanshu Dhulia does it again. Brings yet another Gangster-thriller film Bullet Raja. The film is based on Uttar Pradesh's underworld and mafia. 

Cast - Saif Ali Khan, Irrfan Khan, Jimmy Shergill, Gulshan Grover

Director - Tigmanshu Dhulia

Verdict - While the film does have a tried concept, it does manage to entertain the audience. I would give this one a try

IMDb - No Rating Yet

Rotten Tomatoes - No Reviews Yet

Release Date - November 29

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Black Nativity

After his mother, Naima, is evicted from their Baltimore apartment, teenage Langston is sent to spend the holidays with his estranged relatives in New York City, where he embarks on a surprising and inspirational journey and along with his new friends, and a little divine intervention, he discovers the true meaning of faith, healing, and family.

Cast - Forest Whitaker, Tyrese Gibson, Mary J. Blige, Angela Bassett, Jacob Latimore, Nasir Jones

Director - Kasi Lemmons

Verdict - The heart is in the right place, but the execution is all wrong. The pacing is sloppy, the acting is just alright, and in my opinion you should give this one a miss.

IMDb - No Rating Yet

Rotten Tomatoes - No Reviews Yet

Release Date - November 27

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Oldboy

One day in 1988, an ordinary man named OH Dae-su, who lives with his wife and adorable daughter, is kidnapped and later wakes up to find himself in a private makeshift prison. Dae-su makes numerous attempts to escape and to commit suicide, but they all end up in failure. All the while Dae-su asks himself what made a man hate him so much enough to imprison him without any reason. While suffering from his debacle, Dae-su becomes shocked when he watches the news and hears that his beloved wife was brutally murdered. At this very moment, Dae-su swears to take revenge on the man who destroyed his happy life.

Cast - Samuel L. Jackson, Elizabeth Olsen, Josh Brolin, Michael Imperioli, Sharlto Copley, Grey Damon, Lance Reddick, Rami Malek, Max Casella , James Ransone, Hannah Ware

Director - Spike Lee

Verdict - A brilliant film, thrilling and engaging from start to finish. Compelling story-line and a strong cast makes this a must watch. However it does have plenty of violent scenes, so those who don't like that might not enjoy it as much.

IMDb - 8.4/10

Rotten Tomatoes - 80%

Release Date - November 27

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