Suraj Sharma is the saving grace here

Rating: 6/10 (28 February 2015)

I have mixed feelings about this film. I wanted to like it.
First off, I didn't find Jon Hamm interesting at all as an actor. I have no desire to plunk down money at the box office or to buy a DVD to see him again.
Second, most of the first 45 minutes of the film didn't make me have any desire to see India (and, I have lived in Southeast Asia, although not India). I contrast this to "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel", which was far more enchanting in terms of showing off India (and not all for the better...but it had more warmth). The time spent filming in India was pretty much wasted.
Third, Suraj Sharma was nothing short of brilliant in "The Life Of Pi". In comparison, this role is mickey mouse. What a waste of talent.
Fourth, Aasif Mandvi was not at all appealing his his role.
Lake Bell was mildly interesting. Bill Paxton and Alan Arkin were there, which isn't saying much.
The story was mildly interesting...could have been far more interesting, particularly since it is only "based on" a real story.
In short, when you add this to films such as "The Lone Ranger", it's clear that Disney has lost its magic.