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Drama
Thriller

Black (2005) Review in 2025

7.5/10
Moderate success

Black is a 2005 psychological thriller film about a man who is accused of murdering his wife and struggles to prove his innocence.

2 hours 10 minutes
Hindi (Dubbed: Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam)
Age group: 18-45, Interests: Thrillers, Drama
Budget: 1.5 million USD
Gross: 14.5 million USD

Family-Friendly Rating

Is this movie suitable for family viewing?

Not recommended for family viewing due to mature themes and violence.

CineReview Recommendation

Definitely worth watching for fans of psychological thrillers and Amitabh Bachchan's performances.

Spoiler Alert!

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The film's twist ending reveals that the main character's wife was actually alive and had been manipulating him throughout the entire story.

Review Details

story8.00/10

The story is engaging and keeps you hooked until the very end, but it's not particularly original or memorable.

acting9.00/10

The acting is superb, with all the leads delivering strong performances.

characters9.00/10

The characters are well-developed and complex, with Amitabh Bachchan delivering a standout performance.

direction8.00/10

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's direction is polished and effective, but it's not particularly innovative or bold.

cinematography7.00/10

The cinematography is decent, but it's not particularly noteworthy or memorable.

Pros and Cons

Pros

Engaging storyline, strong performances, and effective direction.

Cons

Not particularly original or memorable, and some scenes may be disturbing for sensitive viewers.

Notable Quotes

"Koi baat nahi, main sirf kuchh kar sakta hoon."
"Tumhare liye, main kuchh bhi kar sakta hoon."

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