A1 Express (2021)
The Yanam hockey team is fighting hard to save their stadium from a corrupt Sports Minister. Will they win the match that decides their fate?Review: Dennis Jeevan Kanukolanu’s A1 Express is a remake of the Tamil sports drama Nanpe Thunai. Like it often is in sports dramas, the underdogs must play a match to prove their worth and save the day. But A1 Express also weaves in a tale of friendship, love and makes social commentary on just how hard it is to actually pursue sports as a career in this country..
Rating: 3/5
'A1 Express' is right on the money. It's a well-made, content-driven sports drama that is ardent. Watch it for the nice performances, able technical output, and emotional value..
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Rating: 2.5/5
A1 Express is a decent attempt and the film is stuffed with all the ingredients in the backdrop of hockey. The performances along with the strong technical aspects make A1 Express a decent one-time watch..
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2.5
Telugu360.com
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Rating: 2.5/5
Predictable screenplay structure and lack of gripping narration have turned “A1 Express” into a run-of-the-mill sports drama.
Bottom-line: A1 Passenger.
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2.5
Greatandhra.com
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Rating: 2.5/5
The hockey match, which was highlighted by the makers as a USP of the film, should have given the audience goosebumps. But, for all that it had the right mix of music (Hiphop Tamizha's BGM is spot-on) and emotions (the entry of a friend is heart-tugging),.
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2.5
Deccanchronicle.com
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Rating: 2.75/5
Sundeep Kishan’s hard work, and sincere effort to look as authentic as a hockey player are appreciable, and the final portion is mildly rousing but ‘A1 Express’ takes plenty of time to come to the main point and has predictable moments. It could hav.
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2.75
Telugucinema.com
2.75
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Rating: 2.5/5
The film also raises several doubts why such a reputed international hockey player goes unrecognised. And Sundeep’s character clarifies how hockey is underrated and the sports persons, barring Cricketers, in the country get little attention. It justifie.
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Rating: 2.5/5
On the whole, A1 Express is a moderate sports drama film that lacked emotional connectivity. Director Dennis showed his inexperience in dealing crucial episodes of the film. Thankfully, all the technicians gave their best to make it an interesting watch. .
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2.5
Cinejosh.com
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Rating: 3/5
On the whole, A1 Express is a sports drama that has engaging drama. Comedy, romance, and action are unleashed in equal doses to keep the audience entertained. Though the story looks predictable, the narration is impressive and does not bore you much. If y.
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Rating: 3.5/5
A1 Express might be a predictable, often-told tale, much it is a much-needed one. Even if just to show that there is hope for the youth of this country after all, seeing as how they’re not afraid to fight back..
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3.5
Timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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