It's not just another 3D movie for kids and by the way, calling it a children's movie will be Life of Pi's biggest insult.

Rating: 8/10 (25 November 2012)

Life of Pi â€“ don't miss it! It's not just another 3D movie for kids and by the way, calling it a children's movie will be Life of Pi's biggest insult. Unlike other 3D movies, the director Ang Lee has used digital effects not only to entertain but also to explore the finer thread that binds together the human understanding of fate, faith, religion, and god. To that effect, he seems to have done an awesome job, which might as well win him a third Oscar nomination for the best achievement in directing. The 58 year old Taiwan borne director has won the award once before for the 2006 flick Brokeback Mountain. Acting is another strong point of the movie. Suraj Sharma and Irrfan Khan look profound and amazing. Their acting may ensure them more such fine performances in international cinema.
All and all, a wonderful journey into the unknown and hence the unexpected!
CAVEAT: In the last five minutes of the movie, Ang Lee tries to give a cerebral twist, which may make you yawn especially since it entirely lacks 3D special effects which until then drive the whole movie at breakneck pace.