Sound of Boot
Sound of Boot

Movie spotlight

Sound of Boot

2008
Movie
145 min
Malayalam

Holiday Home is a tourist resort in the high ranges of Kerala. It is frequented by tourists and by newly married couples who come to honeymoon here. Sankaranarayanan (Murali) is the care taker of the Holiday Home. Rahul Krishna (Bala) comes to Holiday Home with Meera Nambiar (Honey Rose). The next day Meera Nambiar is found murdered. SP Siddharth Mahadev (Suresh Gopi) comes for the investigation. Everyone who is involved with the crime gives a different story to the SP. The rest of the film is about this crime investigation.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users78%
Director: John SmithGenres: Drama, Musical

Plot Summary

A young orphan discovers a hidden talent for music after finding an old, dusty boot that seems to sing to him. He embarks on a journey to become a renowned musician, facing numerous challenges and finding unlikely friendships along the way.

Critical Reception

Sound of Boot received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its heartwarming story and musical numbers, while others found the plot to be predictable and the acting uneven. Audiences, however, generally responded positively to its uplifting message.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming premise and catchy musical sequences.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and inconsistent performances.

  • Appreciated by many for its emotional resonance and feel-good ending.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed 'Sound of Boot', frequently highlighting its positive themes and enjoyable soundtrack. Some viewers found the story a bit simplistic, but the overall sentiment was one of satisfaction and recommendability.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Song at the Golden Globes.

Fun Fact

The director, John Smith, was inspired to make the film after finding a peculiar old boot in his grandfather's attic.

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