Brick Lane [2007] | ![Brick Lane [2007]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/5180q3M7ooL._SL75_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Sarah Gavron
Actors: Tannishta Chatterjee, Satish Kaushik, Christopher Simpson
Studio: Optimum Home Entertainment
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  8 reviews
Sales Rank: 171
Format: Pal
Languages: English (Subtitles For The Hearing Impaired), English (Original Language)
Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 98
Aspect Ratio: 1.77:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
EAN: 5055201802262
ASIN: B000Z9ECSC
Theatrical Release Date: 2007
Release Date: March 10, 2008
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Condition: from UK . Excellent
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 Perfect companion for the book. June 11, 2008
When a novel is adapted for the screen it is almost always the case that book-fans will vent their disappointments. However, having enjoyed the book, I feel the film is a fantastic companion to the Monica Ali's novel. As a couple of reviewers point out, there is a lot missing in the film from the novel, and as a result I would recommend reading the book first, as it helps to give further depths to the characters in the film. Yet with the understanding gained from reading the book, the film is deeply moving and the characters of Nazneen and Chapu, in particular, are brilliantly illustrated. If you are a fan of the book, do not hestitate to watch this film.
What a good film April 13, 2008
I decided to watch this film just on the recommendation of one TV review, and was not disappointed. Yes the story was light and to be honest, one which has been told many times before, but it was filmed with sympathy and accuracy. One or two charachters were in danger occassionally of being a little one dimensional, but the film always pulled back before this became too much. The main crux was the clash of different viewpoints and responces to one muslim family, in the wake of 9/11, but it was more than that. Each individual had their own story, their own personal demons and secrets, and as the story unravelled, these interacted on each other, via the central charachter of the mother, I was firghtened for individuals, happy for them and ran each mile with them in turn. I cannot say that for too many films, but this one was a surprise, and well worth watching. I would recommend it to anyone, give it a go.
 For me, sadly disappointing........... April 11, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I expected more from this film. Having read the book, I found huge chunks of the storyline were missed out such as Nazneen's struggle to cope with the language barrier, settle into her life in East London, and the dynamics of her relationship with the other Bangladeshi women in the area. Parts of the story laboured on unnecessarily, such as the affair. That could have been shortened to make room for more comparison between Nazneen's life in London and her sister's life in Bangladesh.
On a more positive note, the cinematography was excellent and the film is worth a second watching just for that alone.
Charming and insightful April 7, 2008
This film is lovely to watch - the childhood scenes in Bangladesh particularly so. The film successfully makes you, as an audience, relate to Nazeen whilst also empathizing with the other characters in the film.
As with all films adaptations I wouldn't recommend watching this soon after reading the book - due to the nature of film they can't capture the depth of the novel. It is a bit of a slow burner so I wouldn't recommend this for action lovers. This is great for anyone wanting to see a beautiful and well executed piece of drama.
Toughtful and Compelling March 25, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is a wonderful, thoughtful film after the novel by Monica Ali. Its story deal with the blossoming identity of a young girl from a close-knit rural family into a world which has little bearing to herown reference points.
The sense of loss and ensuing myth of a better world left behind is slowly dissolved as Nazneen (Tannishtha Chatterjee) realises that her own world is being formed through her own experiences in London.
The fates of the main characters combine to create a touching love story and are so also forced to explore cultural identity and personal beliefs. Set against the backdrop of 9/11 this gives the story a powerful message of love explored many ways.
It's not the controverys of those who feel insulted by the themes raised in the novel and film that should overshadow this exceptional work; see and judge for yourself a truly moving encounter.
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