Jack movie review: by Siddhu Jonnalagadda - A half-baked comedy thriller
Siddhu Jonnalagadda who has earned a name for his offbeat charm and enthralling screen presence wears the shoes of a mysterious agent in the thriller, "Jack" Konchem Crack" that seems to have wanted to become a very powerful spy thriller but has stumbled quite a bit on the way. This ambitious Telugu venture was helmed by Bommarillu Bhaskar, and actually sets to the test some adrenaline-pumping action, emotional scenes and global espionage, but ends up being quite incomplete for a cinematic experience.
The Plot Usually: A Twisted Web of Confusion
Jack is played by Siddhu Jonnalagadda and the name of his alter ego, Pablo Neruda, carries a certain intrigue, if only by its bases in poetry. It hardly characterizes the person at all. Underneath, Jack is a covert operative caught up in an international conspiracy that will lure him across from India into Nepal and, eventually, from beyond. The movie starts off with an intriguing premise where a covert operation goes awry, but soon degenerates into a disorganized tale of double-cross, flashbacks, and side plots that aren't worth much.
The first half-hour promises a tight spy drama but the rest is a jumble maze. There are so many abrupt transitions from emotional flashbacks to romantic interludes to spy missions that one leaves wondering what the crux of the film is.
Siddhu Jonnalagadda Performance: A Lone Bright Spot
Misguided as the film is, there is still the bright spot of Siddhu Jonnalagadda. His actions suggest brilliance in this portrayal of a conflicted and secretive operative. With expressive eyes and effortless pronunciation of lines, Siddhu automatically gives emotional weight to an otherwise poorly written character. All the same, his chemistry with lead actress Vaishnavi Chaitanya is palpable even if one wished to have explored this angle further.
His physical transformation and action sequences deserve applause. High-speed chases to really stunning fight sequences, Siddhu gives it his all. Unfortunately, a lot of good gets wasted in a screenplay that does not support either intensity or on-screen charisma.
Supporting Cast: Talented Yet Underutilized
The female lead role went to Vaishnavi Chaitanya after her breakout success in Baby. But the role is flat. More of a plot device than a constructed character unto itself. Although she puts in a fine showing, the writing doesn’t afford her as much opportunity to shine.
It is a shame to see proven performers such as Prakash Raj, Naresh, and Brahmaji in roles that could have elevated the story but are so limited and superficial that they barely register. Such amazing talent wasted on cliched dialogue and token emotional scenes is a real shame.
Direction and Screenplay: Misfire of a Genre
Bommarillu Bhaskar is widely known for family dramas such as Bommarillu, but tries to branch out into the spy thriller genre. Unfortunately, it does not seem to work, because the film did too much for romance, revenge, and patriotism, along with the personal trauma without tying it all together. Hence, it became quite convoluted, leaving the audience overwhelmed rather than intrigued.
Action and Cinematography: A Visual Treat
The real strong point of the film is its action and cinematography. Extensively shot in Nepal and various exotic locations, This action choreography, especially in the first half, is slick and well executed. It works well for Siddhu's transformation into an action hero, and the finesse with which the stunts are shot add to the effect. These sequences, however, lack impact because of weak storylines.
Music and Sound Design: An Absolute Mixed Bag
Jack's music is a combination of Achu Rajamani, Suresh Bobbili, and Sam CS's efforts. Though the background score rackets up suspense at a few places, most songs quickly slip out of memory. The best-by such a long margin, however, "Pablo Neruda," choreography by Jani master, offers an enjoyable respite from the chaos but fails to fit into the narrative.
Final Verdict: Watch It Only for Siddhu
In other words, a fully convincing spy thriller experience. Siddhu Jonnalagadda attempts to carry the film with his charisma and energy, but the script lets him down.
Cinejosh.com gave a rating of 2.25/5, commenting that the film is on the wrong track.
M9.news provided a rating of 1.5/5, summarizing it as "Jack of No Trades, Master of Boredom."
OTTplay.com rated the film 2/5, criticizing it as silly, bland, and outdated
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