Polite Society

Cast View all

	Priya Kansara	Ria
	Ritu Arya	Lena
	Renu Brindle	Mrs Nawaz
	Rekha John-Cheriyan	Mrs Abbas
	Seraphina Beh	Clara
	Ella Bruccoleri	Alba
	Sally Ann	Edith
	Jenny Funnell	Ms Spence
	Shona Babayemi	Kovacs
	Shobu Kapoor	Fatima
	Nimra Bucha	Raheela
	Sophie Aisling	Mrs Iqbal
	Su McLaughlin	Mrs Ahmed
	Jeff Mirza	Rafe
	Akshay Khanna	Salim Shah
	Tia Dutt	Jezah
	Ryan Laccohee	Sensei 1
	Ulli Ackermann	Security Guard
	James McNicholas	Head Waiter
	Tom Bonington	Registrar
	Eunice Huthart	Eunice Huthart
	Sania Shireen Haq	Dancer
	Hemali Patel	Dancer
	Anjlee Bathia	Dancer
	Aliya Meghjee	Dancer

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Director	Nida Manzoor
Writer	Nida Manzoor
Producer	Rachel Alabaster, Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Cecilia Frugiuele, Olivier Kaempfer, Angela Moneke, Thea Paulett, John Pocock
Musician	Tom Howe, Shez Manzoor
Photography	Ashley Connor

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My quick rating - 6,3/10. Lighthearted and entertaining flick that follows the journey of Ria Khan (Priya Kansara), a martial artist-in-training, as she sets out to rescue her older sister Lena from an arranged marriage. With the help of her friends, Ria embarks on a daring wedding heist, fueled by a desire for independence and sisterhood. While the movie has its moments of fun and likeable characters, it falls short in certain areas. One of its strengths of lies in its protagonist, Kansara. She is a strong and determined character who captivates the audience with her martial arts skills (part of the fun here) and unwavering determination to save her sister. The film does a commendable job of showcasing Ria's growth and her journey towards self-discovery. Her relatability and charisma make her a compelling lead. The movie benefits from a light-hearted and comedic tone, creating an enjoyable atmosphere. The heist elements add an extra layer of excitement and adventure to the story, keeping the audience engaged. The chemistry between Ria and her friends is palpable, and their camaraderie adds depth to the film's themes of friendship and sisterhood. I did like the turn this flick ended up taking towards the end which definitely gave it more to follow since much of it was trodding down a very familiar movie path. While the film attempts to explore themes of independence and societal expectations, it fails to delve deeper into these topics, leaving some potential untapped. In terms of technical aspects, the film is visually appealing, with well-executed action sequences and vibrant cinematography. The soundtrack complements the tone of the movie, enhancing the overall viewing experience. This along with a the necessary amount of humor to engage with since this flick wasn't attempting to be an all out action extravaganza. Overall I found this one to be a fun and enjoyable flick with a strong protagonist and a lively group of characters. I would recommend it for a light-hearted adventure with likeable characters, if that is what you are looking for.

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