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5.4/10
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A remote village becomes the arena of a breathless battle when an undead East India Company officer and his battalion of zombie redcoats attack a squad of modern-day soldiers.A remote village becomes the arena of a breathless battle when an undead East India Company officer and his battalion of zombie redcoats attack a squad of modern-day soldiers.A remote village becomes the arena of a breathless battle when an undead East India Company officer and his battalion of zombie redcoats attack a squad of modern-day soldiers.
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Reviewers say 'Betaal' offers a unique zombie horror concept blending Indian mythology, eliciting mixed reactions. Praise is given to the cinematography, production design, and initial gripping episodes. However, the storyline is criticized for being predictable and shallow. Acting performances are seen as inconsistent, with some efforts appreciated and others deemed lackluster. Special effects and zombie makeup are often faulted for being subpar. The series is also criticized for relying on clichΓ©s and lacking originality. Despite these issues, some find 'Betaal' enjoyable for its novelty and entertainment value.
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Dialogues are Hindi versions ripped off from popular Hollywood movies. Gun wielding zombies are part-time vampires too. The Sarpanch's wife who otherwise tended to domestic chores is well capable to handle automatic rifles that she may get recruited into the army after the entire fiasco. About time, screenplays have ideas less influenced by Hollywood. Will give credits for the cinematography and visual effects though.
Betaal is a spooky treat to watch. Unique concept, good acting and direction having forgettable dialogues but backed by concrete storyline.
The show loses its grip for a while in third episode but apart from that it will keep you on your toes for sure. A definite watch for the fans of horror genre.
P.S. Army of dead could have been more scarier!π
The show loses its grip for a while in third episode but apart from that it will keep you on your toes for sure. A definite watch for the fans of horror genre.
P.S. Army of dead could have been more scarier!π
It's entertaining and quite thrilling . Definitely could have been better. 1st half is much better and thrilling. Ignore some of the critics. We're they expecting a zombie show to be realistic? Some of the critics are dumb,
As said, it's not that great but it's worth the watch and a good attempt and just for that I do recommend
As said, it's not that great but it's worth the watch and a good attempt and just for that I do recommend
Not bad, felt like watching a horror game like last of us. Didnt expected to be a zombie movie. It was more like a scary demon/monster movie. In fact, the first 2 episodes brings great horrific scenes and effects that can beat most of the horror movie. Story wise was okay, glad that they use an ancient cultural practice and mix it with curses, zombie and demons. Most of the casts were okay except for the colonel. Saanvi was annoying throughout the series. Everything getting messier starting in 3rd episode. Few things that doesnt make sense, the last episode was dissappointing, probably run out of budget or ideas for continuation. Glad that i watched, enjoyed the horror aspect of this. Recommended.
E1 gets 10 cos the series starts off very well, especially the poor tribals termed as terrorists so that their lands can be usurped forcefully in the name of development. The camcorder shot stuff is a bit irritating with those colors but the demons on the ceiling r creepy. A female's face is shown partly burnt which is similar to The Jackal.
E2 gets 8 but the hand held shaky camcorder stuff gets on ur nerves. Shot too much in the dark with those annoying flickering lights but still a creepy one.
This one goes all out action with the demons shooting a la Outpost style. Some may laugh it off but some scenes r creepy n bloody.
E3 gets 6 cos it gets repetitive, the drum beating demon gets on ur nerves, the mumbo jumbo stuff is lousy, the turmeric, etc. Stuff is laughable, the talking demons is again a big lol.
E4 gets 5 cos the editing n photography is very bad. The ending a big meh with all those sacrifices n all.
Overall the series gets a 7. A bit generous for the effort.
They shud learn from Radhika Apte's Ghoul n Soham Shah's Tumbbad.
E2 gets 8 but the hand held shaky camcorder stuff gets on ur nerves. Shot too much in the dark with those annoying flickering lights but still a creepy one.
This one goes all out action with the demons shooting a la Outpost style. Some may laugh it off but some scenes r creepy n bloody.
E3 gets 6 cos it gets repetitive, the drum beating demon gets on ur nerves, the mumbo jumbo stuff is lousy, the turmeric, etc. Stuff is laughable, the talking demons is again a big lol.
E4 gets 5 cos the editing n photography is very bad. The ending a big meh with all those sacrifices n all.
Overall the series gets a 7. A bit generous for the effort.
They shud learn from Radhika Apte's Ghoul n Soham Shah's Tumbbad.
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- TriviaAnother Indian original horror series by Patrick Graham after 'Ghoul'
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