Archive for October, 2002
Oct 20, 2002
Box Office Magazine Film Review: The Guru
From its fish-out-of-water scenario and rags-to-riches trajectory to its predictable twists and convoluted conclusion, “The Guru” is every bit as formulaic as Working Title’s earlier comic fodder. Nevertheless, it’s easy to forgive this colorful fable’s foibles, principally because it never takes itself too seriously. There’s much to relish here, including a raft of deft supporting performances. A brisk narrative is embellished with some exuberant and imaginatively choreographed musical numbers, while Tracey Jackson’s piquant screenplay balances bawdy comedy with a perceptive critique of cultural flirtation. Entertaining, if not exactly enlightening.
