Kites
Kites

Kites

2010Movie123 minHindi

A wounded man searches for his sweetheart in the Mexican desert while on the run from the police, bounty hunters, and others.

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IMDb6.2/10
Google Users58%
Director: Anurag KashyapGenres: Action, Drama, Romance, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the vibrant city of Las Vegas, a charismatic and reckless street racer named J is hired by a wealthy businessman to pursue his fiancée, Natasha. However, J finds himself irresistibly drawn to Natasha, leading to a passionate and dangerous affair. As their forbidden romance ignites, they become entangled in a web of deceit, betrayal, and deadly consequences, forcing them to flee and fight for their survival.

Critical Reception

Kites received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its plot convoluted and its execution lacking. While the chemistry between the leads and the action sequences were occasionally praised, the film was widely criticized for its weak screenplay, pacing issues, and nonsensical plot developments. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many viewers expressing disappointment.

What Reviewers Say

  • A visually stylish but narratively weak romance with a confusing plot.
  • The chemistry between the lead actors is a highlight, but it can't save the film from its disjointed storytelling.
  • The action sequences are well-shot, but often feel out of place in the otherwise melodramatic narrative.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be visually appealing with good performances from the lead actors, particularly Hrithik Roshan and Barbara Mori. However, many criticized the confusing and poorly written plot, noting that the story often made little sense and suffered from pacing issues.

Fun Fact

The film was simultaneously shot in Hindi and Spanish versions, with a dubbed English version released in North America under the title 'Kites: The Remix', which was edited by Brett Ratner.

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