AMAL is a TOTALLY FUCKED UP movie. I want my 1:30 hours of my life back. It has a VERY SAD AND SICK ending.
(Spoiler Alert)
It shows that life is unjust to the honest and rewards evil with millions. The millionare lived his whole life trying to find a real heir. But after his death, all his wealth went to those whom he didnt want to give the money to. The poor guy died writing a will. TRULY NAUSEATING ENDING.
Just watched this movie. Wonderful. One wonders why the writer didn't get the money to Amal at the end, but then maybe that's so we think there are many "Amals" out there that need this money... This would motivate us to give charitably and to those who truly deserve to receive.
@PerrrsianBelle i totally agree man. The movie does not motivate towards doing good. It shows that evil is rewarded with millions. While the good honest people live a sad life.
"there are many "Amals" out there that need this money" absolutely. Such people are the ones that deserve power and wealth so that they can let good flourish. But the movie is completely opposite.
And who says money is bad? its food for the hungry, medicine for the poor, shelter for the homeless.
It seems that in India it's a popular Hindu name. As many Hindus choose this name for their sons, I don't think it has anything to do with the Arabic meaning of it.
Many of Hollywood movies that portray America are not that accurate either, it's not meant to be and they never claimed it was, it's a feel good movie and human perseverance and love so seriously leave Slumdog out of it, Amal is a great movie bass
This movie portrays the deep soul of India. Compared to Slum-Dog, where the main-actor of exclusive private school stuff tried to emulate the more humble spirit of the poorer Indian of the slum, the guy Amal had all the trueness of the authentic Indian soul.
this movie blew Slumdog out of the water - what a brilliant movie - loved it loved it loved it. still want to know what is the name of that song the guy sang in the bar - cant get it out of my head - that tabla! aaaaaaaaaah!
I was lucky enough to interview the director, and had asked him the same question-- it is a Mir Taqi Mir ghazal, and was sung/composed by Dr. Shiva, who played G.K Jayaram in the short film version of Amal.
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I was lucky enough to interview the director, and had asked him the same question-- it is a Mir Taqi Mir ghazal, and was sung/composed by Dr. Shiva, who played G.K Jayaram in the short film version of Amal.
There have been many good..even great Indian films in the past few years.. Before the Rains.. Taare Zaameen Par.. Namesake..and on the lighter side films like Dus Kahaniyaan which are at least trying new formats... BUT THIS MOVIE BLEW THEM ALL OUT OF THE WATER. It was brilliant and beautiful. It was as satisfying as reading a really good book.
saw this at in Dallas at AFI. I hope that with the hype around Slumdog Millionaire that we can see a public release of this movie as well. I still prefer this one over Slumdog to tell the truth!
such a fantastic flick! also caight it at TIFF, and i think everyone was pretty taken by it. the acting wasnt perfect, but the story was so enjoyable that it really didnt matter!
THIS MOVIE MADE ME SOB FOR 2 DAYS STRAIGHT... I LOVE THIS MOVIE SO MUCH
missunicorn007 7 months ago
lovely movie man i m moved.........
FaisalMax1 8 months ago
LOLz my name is Amal :P
bumbumbee1000 1 year ago
@bumbumbee1000 hahahahaha
mitsri1991 7 months ago
this movie was so fuckin gay the actor wasn't even good
Pdiddysex 1 year ago
i saw the director and maker :)
zain2415 1 year ago
i want to see this movie ! it looks nice & sad
SuperLena1234 1 year ago
@ClassicSlayer My teacher is your teacher's friend and she told me to watch this movie hehe
LoLoGirl404 1 year ago
lol my name is amal
amalakaa2 1 year ago
lol.my name is amal
amalakaa2 1 year ago
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loved this movie
17mulan 1 year ago
Great Film, Great Actor - Rupinder Nagra!!!!!!!!!
DuncanCClark 1 year ago
Beautiful movie...and the actress that plays Pooja is gorgeous.
liviti 1 year ago
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AMAL is a TOTALLY FUCKED UP movie. I want my 1:30 hours of my life back. It has a VERY SAD AND SICK ending.
(Spoiler Alert)
It shows that life is unjust to the honest and rewards evil with millions. The millionare lived his whole life trying to find a real heir. But after his death, all his wealth went to those whom he didnt want to give the money to. The poor guy died writing a will. TRULY NAUSEATING ENDING.
THE MOVIE RUINED MY DAY AND MADE ME SAD.
thegreatskywalker 1 year ago
Just watched this movie. Wonderful. One wonders why the writer didn't get the money to Amal at the end, but then maybe that's so we think there are many "Amals" out there that need this money... This would motivate us to give charitably and to those who truly deserve to receive.
PerrrsianBelle 2 years ago
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@PerrrsianBelle i totally agree man. The movie does not motivate towards doing good. It shows that evil is rewarded with millions. While the good honest people live a sad life.
"there are many "Amals" out there that need this money" absolutely. Such people are the ones that deserve power and wealth so that they can let good flourish. But the movie is completely opposite.
And who says money is bad? its food for the hungry, medicine for the poor, shelter for the homeless.
thegreatskywalker 1 year ago
amal means hope in arabic .. few men called amal but alot of girls
XxXxXdestroyXxXxX 2 years ago
It seems that in India it's a popular Hindu name. As many Hindus choose this name for their sons, I don't think it has anything to do with the Arabic meaning of it.
PerrrsianBelle 2 years ago
I'm just talking as any1 else ^_^
XxXxXdestroyXxXxX 2 years ago
Oh I know... What I said was only my 2 cents... ;o) I didn't mean to contradict you in any way. :o)
PerrrsianBelle 2 years ago
amal is a masculine name?? What?...
LadyLaLa2009 2 years ago
where can you see this film?
gdreemer 2 years ago
i think it is a very good movie. the words are deep, and thoughtful. nice movie, nice script.
ranixinyi 2 years ago
Where i'll find the soundtracks of thz movie....???
MuhammedYasir 2 years ago
This is my brother's name
lol
Inahzi13 2 years ago
and This is my name lol its a unisex name...
smokygal 2 years ago
The movie shows the true soul of an Indian, i loved the movie. Much better than Slumdog Millionaire which barely has any truth whatsoever.
bhavishya3 2 years ago
Many of Hollywood movies that portray America are not that accurate either, it's not meant to be and they never claimed it was, it's a feel good movie and human perseverance and love so seriously leave Slumdog out of it, Amal is a great movie bass
Saikadelic 2 years ago
The trailer looks promising. I am looking forward to seeing this film.
aaccttoorr 2 years ago
Just saw it today, it's an AMAZING movie, you will love it, just the first 10 mins is a bit slow but after that amazing
Saikadelic 2 years ago
thxx
totee58 2 years ago
does anyone know the song that is playing during this trailer?
0oplju 2 years ago
i think its by dr. shiva... but i'm having troubles finding it too. haah
Juanster23 2 years ago
We are working on a getting a CD out soon with the song, soundtracks and some bonus tracks. I will keep you all posted.
Thanks everyone!
Dr. Shiva
drshivaComposer 2 years ago
great movie.... loved it.
Juanster23 2 years ago
This movie portrays the deep soul of India. Compared to Slum-Dog, where the main-actor of exclusive private school stuff tried to emulate the more humble spirit of the poorer Indian of the slum, the guy Amal had all the trueness of the authentic Indian soul.
ramonafdo 2 years ago
this movie blew Slumdog out of the water - what a brilliant movie - loved it loved it loved it. still want to know what is the name of that song the guy sang in the bar - cant get it out of my head - that tabla! aaaaaaaaaah!
dalera 2 years ago
Does anyone know who's poetry or song was in the movie, the one he sang in the bar.
shonnv 3 years ago
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sjspokenword 2 years ago
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Hey Shonnv,
I was lucky enough to interview the director, and had asked him the same question-- it is a Mir Taqi Mir ghazal, and was sung/composed by Dr. Shiva, who played G.K Jayaram in the short film version of Amal.
Hope it helps! :)
sjspokenword 2 years ago
Thank you so much for the info, I loved the poetry.
shonnv 2 years ago
Posted by sjspokenword. I dont know why it was marked as spam?
I was lucky enough to interview the director, and had asked him the same question-- it is a Mir Taqi Mir ghazal, and was sung/composed by Dr. Shiva, who played G.K Jayaram in the short film version of Amal.
Hope it helps! :)
shonnv 2 years ago
There have been many good..even great Indian films in the past few years.. Before the Rains.. Taare Zaameen Par.. Namesake..and on the lighter side films like Dus Kahaniyaan which are at least trying new formats... BUT THIS MOVIE BLEW THEM ALL OUT OF THE WATER. It was brilliant and beautiful. It was as satisfying as reading a really good book.
bollywould 3 years ago 2
saw this at in Dallas at AFI. I hope that with the hype around Slumdog Millionaire that we can see a public release of this movie as well. I still prefer this one over Slumdog to tell the truth!
Funkfo 3 years ago
argh?!
my name is amal!
and im a girl!! :@
0b1l2o3o4m56 3 years ago
dont worry.. u'd think ashley's a girl's name only.. but apparently its' a guys name to
its okay
shit happens
we;re all rowing the same boat
vicotrance2007 3 years ago 2
the same with me i did not knnow that my name is used to male 2
jojo20102010 2 years ago
the guy who wrote this movie is my teacher!
SinfulCrisis 3 years ago
saw it at the movie theather in toronto (and the lead actor & the producer were in the theather too)...beautiful story, highly recommended.
kevinhctsai 3 years ago 2
Cool.
bravovincent 3 years ago
Loved the story. Acting wasn't great but the story is what sold it. Great twist at the end too.
sarahwestcott09 3 years ago
vik sahay was amazing in this! same actor who is on Chuck. Amazing versatility.
motherine 3 years ago
such a fantastic flick! also caight it at TIFF, and i think everyone was pretty taken by it. the acting wasnt perfect, but the story was so enjoyable that it really didnt matter!
nerdcity 3 years ago
Saw this at TIFF in 2007, was really very good. Didnt know it was in the Top 10 movies of the year.
snaggleteeths 3 years ago