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| Monsoon Wedding | 
 enlarge | Director: Mira Nair
Actors: Naseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey, Shefali Shetty, Vijay Raaz, Tillotama Shome
Studio: Universal Studios
Category: DVD
List Price: $9.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  212 reviews
Sales Rank: 2683
Format: Color, Dvd-video, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), Hindi (Original Language), Punjabi (Original Language), Urdu (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Subtitled)
Rating: R (Restricted)
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 114
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: MCAD22284D
ISBN: 0783271301
UPC: 025192228421
EAN: 9780783271309
ASIN: B00006AW0I
Theatrical Release Date: 2001
Release Date: September 24, 2002
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 Not your typical Indian Movie ! December 13, 2007
Honestly, I have watched this movie at least 10 times and I could still watch it as if it were the first time. I will try my best to touch all the aspects of the movie starting with the obvious and then moving onto the more subtle details. The music in the movie is wonderful - some of them are melodious and meaningful and some of them feet stomping entertainment. The cast is wonderfully chosen and who else to choose for the role of a middle-class family father other than Naseeruddin Shah; followed by the wonderful and entertaining comedy of P.K. Dube and his entertaining team of workers.
If you are looking for a high-octane action, dancing-in-the-field kind of movie, this is not one. Rather it is the portrayal of a middle-class Indian family with closely knit relations with kith and kin - and how they react to adversity caused from within the family. The finer details are subtly folded into the movie and is more visible to an Indian who has been brought up in India rather than someone who would just see humor in it - mother being more protective of the kids and father wearing the pants in the house; Sons discouraged from doing girly things like watching cooking shows and practicing dancing; elder sons forced to have more responsibility - are only few of them.
However, during the course of the movie, Mira has uncovered the facade that hides the essence of Indian family life by showing how the husband relies on the wife's comfort and judgement, and how the family comes together as one during difficult times. Pre-martial relationships, break-ups, make-ups and happy endings in the movie paint the picture of a typical Indian family that rides a lot of emotional roller coasters. In between all these happenings, Mira has struck gold by touching a topic that most Indian directors hardly delve into and most Indians live in denial about. You will have to watch the movie to see how it folds and unfolds.
As most of Mira's movies, the appetizers come slowly with chutneys sweet, the entrees spicy and as always, the dessert is a happy ending.
 Fascinating and gripping story courtesy of Bollywood December 9, 2007
'Monsoon Wedding' was an absolute triumph for this viewer. I was extremely impressed by the multiple sub-plots which were written as simple stories yet packed a wallop when meshed into the rewarding finale. This served as a somewhat naive introduction to modern Indian culture via cinema but followed the dual language dialog with subtitles (of note were a little shabby) and enjoyed this zesty celebration of life and love. Very funny moments coupled cleverly with extremely serious matters in other quite delicate/risque scenes - really captured the duality method of storytelling this most welcome to see in realistic comedy/dramas. My only reservation, albeit a slight one, was with some of the actors performances which weak and almost amateurish. Not in the case to of the key/lead roles but some of the supporting/minor characters. Otherwise a sweet and tremendous film experience!
Monsoon Wedding July 23, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This exhilarating Punjabi comedy of manners by the talented Mira Nair ("Salaam Bombay!") fuses Bollywood-style antics (and one extravagant dance sequence!) with crisp social observation. As chaos consumes the tradition-minded Verma and Rai clans, all bets are off--and some new ones are made--on who's pairing up with whom. Declan Quinn's roving camera spotlights the large and eccentric cast, but standouts are Shah and Vijay Raaz, the marigold-chewing nuptials planner who has eyes on a comely maid. Addressing the collision between West and East, as well as class difference in the hustle and bustle of modern Delhi, "Monsoon" is a buoyant, multifaceted comedy/drama that's as thoughtful and rich as a weighty novel.
monsoon wedding July 14, 2007
I love this movie, as do my whole family..... I saw it on HBO and wanted to have it for my library. The way the story is told, it makes you feel like your part of it. For being shot in such a short length of time, it is really well done. I am fasinated with the indian culture, and I love their foods and music.
So this was the perfect blend for me.
Off the beaten path for me June 16, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Normally, this wouldn't be a DVD that I would pick off the shelf, but I have heard good things about it, and decided to get it. I was pleasantly surprised. It was a good movie and I couldn't believe that it was almost 2 hours long....it didn't drag at all. Maybe just the smallest bit slow in starting, but the people were so interesting I knew it would probably get better, and it did. Interesting backdrop in Delhi....I can't imagine the crowding and the heat in India. Part of their culture is different, of course, but we have a lot in common. I liked the fact that there were several stories going on, and all loose ends got tied up. I would recommend this movie to anyone who wants a break in the ordinary.
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