At first glance the name "Local Kung Fu" might suggest many different ideas. But take my word for it.. other than the area in which it is shot.. nothing is local about it. Its an Assamese film no doubt, but the subtitles would definitely help non-Assamese folks to go watch this comic/action film. The primary plot revolves around Charlie who in pursuit of his love has come to guwahati to be with his girlfriend and possibly win the heart of her girlfriend's uncle. A major plot of the story also shows how the uncle is receiving threats from a local don "dulu", a martial art fighter himself. But the highlight of the film seems to be, at least to me, the character "bonzo"; the kid bro of the goon "dulu", who considers himself to be the under 18 don of Guwahati! and is always ready for a bout of fight or hooliganism. Other side characters also help the plot in bits and pieces, such as the next-in- command guy of dulu, lovingly called "tansen" because of his love for singing and music, or the partner in crime of the self-claimed under 18 don "KK", who is always by his brother whenever he is involved in a fight but manages almost all the time to remain unharmed.. because of him being a "peaceful" person. Over all, the movie is a delight to the eyes of local cinema lovers who got to see a GOOD film after a very long time. Made with a paltry budget of Rs. 95000 or so i am told, the film has good comedy, clean action scenes and a good story which by the way the director didn't seem to stretch to make it a lengthy film, which most Indian filmmakers do in India. A must watch if u love action-comedies or simple but good films or belong from Assam. A treat!
Review of Local Kung Fu
Local Kung Fu
(2013)
great mixture of action and comedy. Must watch!
9 October 2013
Warning: Spoilers