The movie is a collection of several sub-plots. Each plot has racism as the prime focus. The insecurities faced by the minorities in America be it, the blacks or the Persians, lead them to vent out their frustration and anger onto the society. Each character is inter-connected in a beautiful and ironic way.
Finally all the characters realize that the value of human life is more precious than mere trivial concepts like racism and communal hatred. They encounter some harsh realities before their final realization.
Hits
- The screenplay is gripping and has tension throughout. All the sub-plots are equally interesting and the way they all coincide, leading to the climax is so glitch free.
- The locksmith's encounter with the enraged Persian, the policeman saving the life of the woman whom he had molested a few days back, the black cop getting to know about his long lost brother, a good white cop pulling his trigger in a haste etc. etc. are all instances that elicit the maximum involvement from the viewer.
- The soundtrack by Mark Isham is haunting and adds to the soulful impact of the film
VERDICT
A movie where the "director is the king". Brilliant screenplay interwoven with a very relevant message.
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