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British comedy horror in which an Indian mother takes her obsession with marriage a little too far. Widow Mrs Sethi (Shabana Azmi) is desperate to see her only daughter, Rupi (Goldy Notay), get married. When Rupi is rudely rejected by a series of suitors, Mrs Sethi resorts to cooking her killer curry in order to bump them off, one by one. But the spirits of her victims soon come back to haunt her as they are unable to be reincarnated until their murderer dies. Mrs Sethi must now kill herself in order to free the spirits, but is determined to get her daughter married off before she enters the afterlife.
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 ), English ( Dolby Digital 5.1 ), English ( Subtitles ), WIDESCREEN (2.35:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: Alternative Footage, Cast/Crew Interview(s), Deleted Scenes, Featurette, Interactive Menu, Scene Access, Trailer(s), SYNOPSIS: Bend It Like Beckham's Gurinder Chadha steps into horror comedy territory with this caper detailing the murderous lengths a mother goes to while trying to find her daughter a husband. ...It's a Wonderful Afterlife
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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
By Read2Much
Format:DVD
I was put off watching this by all the negative reviews (I'd like to feed all those critics the Bhaskar curry!) and totally regret that now because it is a fabulous movie. I am a huge Bollywood fan and also loved Bend it Like Beckham and this film did not disappoint at all. I laughed out loud at so many places (moto is just such a giggle inducing word) and loved the music, especially Madhaniyan at which point in true Star Plus style I had tears in my eyes. I think the critics treated this film shabbily and probably didn't get the Brit-Asian humour like another reviewer said, but I'm glad this is out on DVD now and I would urge anyone to watch it. It's just brilliant! I can see people I know in all the characters and raising issues over weight and skin colour Chadha has brought up huge social issues for the Asian wedding market in a hilarious fashion. Seriously ignore the critics and see this film you won't be disappointed. I hope Gurinder does not take on board what the critics say because it would be a shame to lose such a huge talent-and next time all the newspapers and magazines should send people who actually have taste to watch this. Shame on you for sinking such an amazing film!
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By cusally
Format:DVD
i saw this at the cinema - the reviews were terrible but I'm used to critics "not getting" bollywood and humour.
it was a bit slow in places - with panoramic sweeps of the city etc, but clearly that is to be of interest overseas. The plot was good, the one liners were superb, and the black humour very funny. Yes its about murder, but humourous murder - who could quibble about that when there are so many vile violent films out there ?
and the food fight - if you can call it that, was very funny indeed, the slowmotion poppadoms shattering everywhere, the sag aloo splattering down, very very funny, very arty and yet had an inner dignity
still giggle at the vegetarian ghost who complains that she has been murdered with a meat skewer - you could have used a paneer skewer she plaintively cries.
my only negaitive remark is that some of the minor characters were rather one dimemsional - the police are UK police but they behave just like indian police would in a film, so again I'd guess that is for the export market
I'm ordering the DVD so my mum can watch it with me, she is going to love it too
it was a bit slow in places - with panoramic sweeps of the city etc, but clearly that is to be of interest overseas. The plot was good, the one liners were superb, and the black humour very funny. Yes its about murder, but humourous murder - who could quibble about that when there are so many vile violent films out there ?
and the food fight - if you can call it that, was very funny indeed, the slowmotion poppadoms shattering everywhere, the sag aloo splattering down, very very funny, very arty and yet had an inner dignity
still giggle at the vegetarian ghost who complains that she has been murdered with a meat skewer - you could have used a paneer skewer she plaintively cries.
my only negaitive remark is that some of the minor characters were rather one dimemsional - the police are UK police but they behave just like indian police would in a film, so again I'd guess that is for the export market
I'm ordering the DVD so my mum can watch it with me, she is going to love it too
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Christy
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I went to see this movie after returning from my first visit to India and feeling very 'homesick'! It had me laughing throughout. It is a bit silly and bizarre in places, but overall is really entertaining, with a lovely feel-good ending! Relating to some of the Indian phrases/food/jokes, etc, I picked up on holiday there, made this film even more funny and personal! Would definitely recommend.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Enjoyable and funny
I read about this film online and thought it looked good so I boughton the off chance what I had read was true. It was! I really enjoyed the film, from the comedy to the romance. Read more
Published 2 months ago by H. Eves
4.0 out of 5 stars
A Greatly Underrated Comedy
Funny and charming, this is a light-hearted comedy that is not to be taken too seriously. It's got a stellar cast and is definitely worth a watch.
Published 3 months ago by A. Barlow
5.0 out of 5 stars
I love this film
A really funny film has a family we have watched it many times although the mother murders many people even the victims offer to help her
Published 4 months ago by karen hart
3.0 out of 5 stars
Whoever & Whatever ?
A bit of a mad film - but not in too much of a bad way. The plot was good enough and the actors did their best, but really did the 'ghosts' really have to look so life-like? Read more
Published 5 months ago by Rosy-Posy
5.0 out of 5 stars
funny movie
excellent movie which the whole family can enjoy. Marrying off the daughter to a suitable man when mr perfect doesnt exist
Published 6 months ago by R. A. Buckley
5.0 out of 5 stars
APART FROM THE VOMITING PART...
I FOUND THE FILM'S HUMOUR VERY ORIGINAL.
THE ONLY (NECESSARY) FLAW WAS THE DIGESTIVE ACT,
I HAD THE SAME EFFECT WITH LITTLE BRITAIN,
ALL THE REST IS TO MY... Read more
THE ONLY (NECESSARY) FLAW WAS THE DIGESTIVE ACT,
I HAD THE SAME EFFECT WITH LITTLE BRITAIN,
ALL THE REST IS TO MY... Read more
Published 6 months ago by EDITA
5.0 out of 5 stars
A good film
The description on the back of the DVD, Big Fat Greek Wedding meets Shaun of the Dead, was apt. I watched this with my teenage daughter and we both enjoyed it. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Kathryn
4.0 out of 5 stars
Offbeat fun
Shaun Of The Dead meets East Is East meets Ghost Town in this humourous comedy. If you enjoyed any or all of those movies, then this is definitely worth an hour and a half of your... Read more
Published 12 months ago by deejay
4.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant
Another wonderfully funny and sad film in the end. Best appreciated by those with experience of indian families. Read more
Published 13 months ago by AM
4.0 out of 5 stars
It delivers...
The movie delivered almost everything the trailer promised. The plot is smart enough and it gives you more than a few good laughs yet it fails in a few scenes as well. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Kloklo
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