Highway
Highway

Highway

2014Movie7 minEnglish

Sebastian Stan's performance of Eric Bogosian's monologue "Highway" is the 84th in the "100 Monologues" collection. This initiative features various actors delivering monologues from Bogosian's plays, originally performed Off-Broadway between 1980 and 2000.

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IMDb7.1/10
Google Users83%
Director: Imtiaz AliGenres: Road Movie, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman from a privileged background, Veera, embarks on a road trip across India to discover herself. During this journey, she meets a charismatic and enigmatic smuggler, Mahabir, who becomes her guide and lover. Their intertwined paths lead them through various landscapes and challenges, forcing Veera to confront her past and her true desires.

Critical Reception

Highway received generally positive reviews, with critics praising Alia Bhatt's performance, the film's visuals, and its unique narrative. Some found the plot to be slow-paced, but the emotional core and Randeep Hooda's performance were widely lauded.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praise for Alia Bhatt's breakout performance as the vulnerable yet resilient Veera.
  • Appreciation for the stunning cinematography capturing the diverse Indian landscapes.
  • Mixed opinions on the pacing, with some finding it too slow, while others embraced its contemplative nature.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's emotional depth and the performances, particularly Alia Bhatt's. The road trip narrative and its exploration of freedom and self-discovery resonated well with the audience.

Awards & Accolades

Alia Bhatt won Filmfare and Screen Awards for Best Actress for her role in Highway. The film also received nominations for Best Film and Best Director at Filmfare Awards.

Fun Fact

The film was shot extensively on actual highways across North India, with the cast and crew often living in caravans and facing real-time challenges of road travel.

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