One of the best films in 2008!

Rating: 9/10 (14 December 2008)

"Slumdog what?" Get off the Internet, rush down to your local independent theater and checkout one of the best films this year!
'Slumdog Millionaire' is based on 'Q&A', a 2005 novel by Vikas Swarup. His novel tells a story about Malik, a young orphan, who has never read a book or gone to school. This young 'slumdog' makes his life begging, stealing and running hustles in and around the streets of Mumbai, India.
The screenplay introduces the young man Malik (Dev Patel) being tortured by police after being removed from a taping of the Indian version of the television show 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire' for cheating. After unsuccessful attempts to get Malik to confess the police permit him to tell his story.
Director Danny Boyle sets his film through a series of flashbacks with Malik sharing his life experiences, which include his brother Salim, and friend, Latika. He explains how his experiences provided him the answers for winning 20 million rupees. But for Malik no amount of money can get him what he really wants from his tough life.
'Slumdog Millionaire' combines the excitement of a popular game show with the difficult lives of many children in Mumbai. Coupled with moments of humor and the natural desire to root for an underdog, this uplifting film is both inspiring and definitely worth viewing.