The Train [2007]

The Train
Reviewed 13.08.2007

I love Emraan Hashmi's films in general so I felt really happy when my sis bought Awarapan and The Train on DVD even though we hadn't seen them yet -- with Emraan Hashmi you can rely on him that his films will be worth at least one watch (most of the time). The Train is not an exceptional film, it's not extraordinary. However, it's a good way to pass time and the concept was very good. I have seen Derailed when I was in college but as with most Hollywood movies I remember jack-all about it, so I cannot compare or comment on the issue of it being inspired or what not!

As far as the music goes, I'm not a huge fan of the soundtrack, it's OK but it's not really up to the standards I have from an Emraan Hashmi movie (but then again why should it be haha he's an actor, not a music director LOL)!

Emraan Hashmi delivers yet another natural performance. He handled the role with a lot of maturity. Sayali is a pretty girl but in her close-up shots one wishes her make up artiste had at least tried a bit harder! Acting-wise she wasn't outstanding, but still did an impressive job. Geeta Basra is an insult to British fans of Hindi Cinema. I remember she once said she wants to be the next Madhuri Dixit... All I can say is girl pull your pretty little socks up (rather then pulling your skirt up) next time. Her make up was horrifying and her dubbing was just terrible!

I was very disappointed by one of my favourite designers (Vikram Phadnis). The clothes were very pretty but at times did not keep in tune with the film or characterisation.

Overall, The Train is a decent film. I don't see myself watching it repeatedly but perhaps after a couple of years I will pick up the DVD from my shelf and give it another watch haha... It's fine but I hoped for better!