Hrithik & Jr NTR’s ‘War 2’ is all style, no ammo
The much-awaited sequel to the 2019 blockbuster ‘War’, ‘War 2’ has finally hit the screens, and the initial reactions are out. News18’s Titas Chowdhury gave the film 2.5 stars and described it as “all style and no ammo”. In his review, Chowdhury praised the film’s ambition, but noted that its execution is where it falters.
The story of ‘War 2’ is thin, and Chowdhury likened it to a draft that was never completed. He wrote, “The story is thin, not lean in a sleek way, but hollow in a ‘was there a draft two?'” The reviewer felt that the film’s narrative is lacking in depth and substance, and that it relies too heavily on style and action to carry it through.
Despite this, Chowdhury did praise the performances of the lead actors, Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR. He noted that they bring a lot of fire to their respective roles, and that their chemistry on screen is undeniable. However, he felt that their talents are ultimately wasted due to the poor execution of the story.
The action sequences in the film are undoubtedly impressive, with Chowdhury describing them as “brutal and thrilling”. However, he noted that they are not enough to save the film from its overall lack of substance. He wrote, “It’s ambitious too and ambition is good, but it’s execution where the film falters.”
Chowdhury also had some criticisms for the film’s direction, which he felt was uneven and lacked a clear vision. He noted that the pacing of the film is slow, and that the editing is choppy and disjointed. He wrote, “The film’s direction is a mess, with no clear idea of what it wants to say or do.”
Despite its flaws, ‘War 2’ is still a visually stunning film, with Chowdhury praising the cinematography and the production design. He noted that the film’s visuals are sleek and polished, and that the action sequences are well-choreographed.
Overall, Chowdhury’s review of ‘War 2’ is mixed, with some praise for the film’s ambition and performances, but more criticism for its execution and storytelling. He concluded by saying that the film is “all style and no ammo”, and that it ultimately falls short of its potential.
Rating: 2.5 stars
Review: It’s ambitious too and ambition is good, but it’s execution where the film falters. The story is thin, not lean in a sleek way, but hollow in a ‘was there a draft two?’ The film’s direction is a mess, with no clear idea of what it wants to say or do.
