La bonne société

Polite Society starts off in a fairly standard way. Two sisters, very close, then one of them gets engaged to be married, which leaves the younger sister feeling a little deserted. So far, so normal. You can immediately see how the plot will develop. Younger sister tries to break up the couple, falls out with older sister, but then has an epiphany and discovers her future brother in law is a wonderful person and everyone hugs and lives happily ever after. Deception that's not what happens. It kind of does for a while, but gets progressively more and more surreal. Many will watch this movie and think it went totally off the rails. But I just found myself laughing - partly because it was, yes, silly, but mainly because it was fun. And we didn't really need another predictable "boy meets girl and other girl/boy gets upset" movie, did we?

Polite Society

The title gives no clue to the great comedy romp this movie turned out to be, it was great from start to finish with some great acting, great action sequences, stolen from crouching tiger hidden dragon and great characters.

The school scenes were my favourite bits, clearly a very nice private girls school with the usual set of swats, bullies and disciplinarian teachers crushing dreams to left and right. My second favourite bit was a gym sequence it was inspired.

I loved the music the camerawork and the crisp editing, it is very difficult to find many faults so I just won't,

I'm giving this a firm 8 outta 10, it was so good I watched it twice.

After having watched the trailer a loooooooong time ago, now that it's on streaming, I finally got around to watching this very entertaining, slightly over-the-top, action-comedy.

Ria Khan (younger sister) wants to be a stuntwoman in an ethnic household in Britain and thinks her elder sister's wedding is being rushed, therefore is sus.

This film is the perfect kind of crazy and quirky for a lazy background content that I actually enjoyed (stopped grading papers and paid attention) more than I thought I would; didn't think this was for me, but I didn't mind it at all.

Even if you can't relate to the angsty-teenager or to the sisterly chemistry in the film, (you can perhaps relate to the cultural upbringing and the pressures that come along with it) it's still fun and surely worth a one-time watch. I'd surely watch it again with someone who's not watched it and I think I'll still enjoy it.

What a blast! I went into this movie without knowing anything about it and left super jazzed. I want to call this film "quirky" but that's not the right word for it. "Absurd", "strange" and "unique" are all more appropriate, but in the best way.

While the story isn't anything remarkable, the characters and self-awareness of this film elevate it. The quick cuts and editing are excellently done and add to the humor. The action is strong, while also giving Nacho Libre vibes. Ria's friends are a highlight and Nimra Bucha is a perfect mother-in-law character.

Best Character: Clara and Alba Best Quote: "Heavenly Father, give me strength" - Alba Best Scene: Sister Fight Best Piece of Score: "I am the Fury"

The story here is quite rudimentary; calling it bizarre or far-fetched would not be an exaggeration, but the way it's been told and the manner in which its eccentricities are presented, or rather, celebrated, is a treat to watch. I was entertained for the whole duration; not once was I driven to distraction or felt an urge to look away from my television, a testimony to its engrossing narration and impressive screenwriting.

Don't worry, I didn't forget the performances; it would be a crime not to say a few words for them. First of all, I want to say, What fantastic casting! Each member of the ensemble played their part with lots of passion and commitment.

Nimra Bucha plays the antagonist, and she does an excellent job. So it was with Ritu Arya as Lena, who plays the gullible but fierce elder sister with grace. Then there's Priya Kansara, the undisputed star of the show. What an astonishing act! Priya commanded every frame she popped up in, and she did so with grace and elegance; it is one of my favourite performances of this year so far.

I sense the makings of a cult classic.