What's it all about? A young man named Pi , survives a disaster at sea and is hurtled into an epic adventure whilst forming a strange bond with a Bengal tiger.
Starring? Suraj Sharma , Irrfan Khan , Rafe Spall
Ever since 'Brokeback Mountain' I have long-since been an Ang Lee fan , so nevertheless I was very excited to hear he would be behind the film version of Yann Martel's acclaimed book. I have never read it myself , although I have heard from many that it was a story that seemed entirely 'unfilmable' . Thus I was a little sceptical but I kept my faith and headed to the cinema. Perhaps what is so striking about Life Of Pi is the direction , helped by the 3D , Lee encapsulates the chaotic beauty of India and later the mesmerising sights of Pi's shipwrecked travels. The storm sequences are magnificent , hauling the audience into the action and providing a restless watch. David Magee's adapted script is truly special , captivating and original and about much more than it seems. I am not the most avid fan of films crammed with special effects but unlike James Cameron's Avatar , Lee used it to his advantage , enhancing the story rather than distracting from it. The wildlife are terrifyingly realistic , this is a feat considering majority were filmed with CGI. Life of Pi is more than just a shipwreck , its a hypnotic tale of faith , survival and human nature. We are left with many questions , but enough answered that we are satisfied. A wonderful film in its entirety , with a great breakout performance from Suraj Sharma , it is unlike anything you have ever seen before.
Verdict? 5 stars , mesmerising and thought provoking
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