Slumdog Millionaire, like its predecessor Millions, is story-telling at its finest. Bravo to Danny Boyle for working hard to create films that tell good story. Yes, the movie does have a very typical Hollywood ending (and a typical Indian ending, for that matter), but there is a reason that this type of ending works. We (and I’d like to suggest all people here and not just Americans) want to believe that something better in life is possible . . . that the little guy who is honest and kind wins and that love is worth the risk.
This film works on so many levels, from acting to story design to cinematography. In the end, everything is working in unison to lift up the story and, in so doing, to lift us up. I dare say people were floating out of the theater. The film, thankfully, does not sugarcoat the world, but it does show that even in a very difficult situation love can be found and should desperately be sought. Congratulations to everyone involved in this fine film. This is the type of movie that honors me as the viewer. Thank you!
