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EVOL: A Love Story in Reverse

  • 2024
  • 2h 2m
IMDb RATING
5.7/10
2.3K
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EVOL: A Love Story in Reverse (2024)
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"EVOL: A Love Story in Reverse" is a new age romantic thriller genere with a great writing and engaging screenplay everyscene of the movie set you on the edge of your seat"EVOL: A Love Story in Reverse" is a new age romantic thriller genere with a great writing and engaging screenplay everyscene of the movie set you on the edge of your seat"EVOL: A Love Story in Reverse" is a new age romantic thriller genere with a great writing and engaging screenplay everyscene of the movie set you on the edge of your seat

  • Director
    • Ram Yogi Velagapudi
  • Writer
    • Ram Yogi Velagapudi
  • Stars
    • Bodduraju
    • Jenifer Emmanuel
    • Jennifer Emmanuel
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.7/10
    2.3K
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    • Director
      • Ram Yogi Velagapudi
    • Writer
      • Ram Yogi Velagapudi
    • Stars
      • Bodduraju
      • Jenifer Emmanuel
      • Jennifer Emmanuel
    • 13User reviews
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    1himanshu-gayatri-parikh

    Textbook example of a disgusting movie

    I watched this movie seeing the high rating on IMDB. But this is one of the worst movie i have ever seen in my life. Acting so bad that even Ekta Kapoor daily soaps feel better. Characters are immensely superficial. At many places, this movie seems so pretentious and cool just for the sake of it. Unnecessary weird camera angles, lighting so bad that every location feels like a cheap.shady bar. I am just amazed if all the 10 out of 10 ratings are paid bots. The non linear narration felt so boring as there were no information revealing agenda. Its just a wanna be cool amateur film. At best its a decent student film. Wasted 2 hours of my life. Highly not recommended.
    10xixytygyzi

    A Cinematic Experiment Gone Right... and Wrong

    Ram Yogi Velgapudi's EVOL: A Love Story in Reverse is nothing if not ambitious. It's a film that sets out to challenge every convention of Telugu cinema, and in that sense, it's a resounding success. Velgapudi isn't interested in following the rules-in fact, he's more interested in breaking them. And while that approach makes for a fascinating experiment, it also makes for a film that's not always easy to love.

    On the technical side, EVOL is a marvel. The cinematography is sleek, the editing is sharp, and the overall aesthetic is top-notch. Velgapudi's team has created a film that looks and feels modern, stylish, and undeniably cool. There's no denying the technical brilliance on display here. Every frame is meticulously crafted, and the attention to detail is impressive.

    But when it comes to the narrative, things start to get a little shaky. The reverse storytelling is an interesting choice, but it quickly becomes more of a gimmick than a strength. Instead of drawing me into the story, it kept me at arm's length. I spent more time trying to figure out what was happening than actually caring about the characters or their relationships. It's hard to get emotionally invested in a love story when you're constantly trying to piece together the timeline.

    And yet, despite its flaws, I can't completely dismiss EVOL. There's something exciting about watching a filmmaker throw caution to the wind and go for broke. Velgapudi is taking risks, and that's something Telugu cinema sorely needs. He's not afraid to push the envelope, to challenge our expectations, and to create something truly unique. Even if the film doesn't always hit the mark, it's worth watching for the sheer audacity of its approach.

    In the end, EVOL is a film that's more about the experience than the story. If you're looking for a conventional love story, this isn't it. But if you're a fan of experimental cinema and you're willing to go along for the ride, EVOL is a film that will keep you thinking long after the credits roll.
    9zuqudomezi

    Nice

    Breaking Rules, Breaking Hearts, and... Breaking My Brain?" If I had a rupee for every rule Ram Yogi Velgapudi broke in EVOL: A Love Story in Reverse, I'd probably be richer than the producers who greenlit this wild ride. Let's be real: this film is more about making you scratch your head than actually feel anything about the love story it supposedly tells. But that's exactly why it works. Sometimes.

    Technically, this film is a masterpiece. The visuals are stunning, like something out of a dream, or maybe a stylish nightmare. Every frame is composed with such precision that you almost forget the plot is unspooling backwards at a pace that feels like a fever dream. The camerawork is seductive, pulling you into a world that feels both familiar and alien. Bold content? Absolutely. Telugu cinema hasn't seen anything like this in years-if ever. We needed someone to break the mold, and Velgapudi took a sledgehammer to it.

    But here's where I get a little sarcastic-because honestly, I'm impressed by how hard this film tries to be "different" without giving us a reason to care. Breaking the rules of screenplay structure? Yeah, that's cool... until you realize that breaking the rules doesn't automatically make your story profound. At some point, it just becomes an exercise in confusion.

    Do I praise the film for trying to deconstruct love in the most non-linear, disorienting way possible? Sure. It's a gutsy move. But at the same time, the characters feel like little more than pawns in this grand experiment of "What if we told this backwards?" By the time the credits roll, I'm left wondering if the film was about love or just a showcase of Velgapudi's willingness to take risks that don't always pay off.

    Still, props to the technical team. The sound design, the lighting, the way the film plays with time-it's all there, polished and pretty. So, should you watch it? If you're into films that challenge your patience and your perception of storytelling, then definitely. If you just want to enjoy a love story? Well, maybe you should look elsewhere.
    1sirishyadavbackup

    Do not watch

    This movie being rated 9.5 is a complete joke. It doesn't deserve even half a star. Everything about it is awful-the acting is laughably bad, the dialogue feels like it was written by a 5-year-old, and the story? Don't even get me started. It's an incoherent mess that drags on forever with no payoff. Every attempt at humor or emotion was so painfully cringy, I wanted to turn it off 10 minutes in. The directing is sloppy, the cinematography is bland, and the soundtrack is obnoxious. Honestly, I can't believe people are hyping this garbage. It's hands-down one of the worst movies I've ever seen. A total insult to anyone who values their time. Save yourself the agony and avoid this catastrophe at all costs.
    8fazubisefozo

    Super

    A Cinematic Experiment You'll Either Love or Hate" Ram Yogi Velgapudi's EVOL: A Love Story in Reverse is exactly what it claims to be-an experiment. And like most experiments, there's a chance it could fail. But here's the kicker: it doesn't. At least, not entirely.

    The film's strength lies in its technical mastery. The camera work is slick, the editing precise, and the reverse storytelling is an interesting gimmick... for a while. You can tell that every shot, every scene, was meticulously crafted. Velgapudi clearly knows his way around a camera. The way he plays with light and shadow? It's gorgeous. You could watch the film on mute and still be impressed. The technical team deserves a standing ovation.

    But here's the thing: if you strip away the pretty visuals and the reverse narrative trickery, what's left? Not much. The story, as far as I can tell, is supposed to be a deconstruction of love. But instead of feeling moved, I just felt... disoriented. The characters, despite their best efforts, are more like chess pieces in Velgapudi's grand game of "how many rules can I break before the audience gives up?"

    And yet, there's something to be said for the sheer audacity of the project. Telugu cinema needs more films like this-films that aren't afraid to take risks. Velgapudi dares to do what most filmmakers wouldn't even consider: throwing every conventional rule of storytelling out the window. It's a bold move. But is bold enough?

    Ultimately, EVOL is a film for cinephiles who love to dissect every frame, every choice, every unconventional beat. If you're one of those people, you'll probably walk out of the theater proclaiming Velgapudi a genius. If you're not, you'll walk out wondering what in the world you just watched.

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    • Release date
      • August 15, 2024 (India)
    • Country of origin
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    • Language
      • Telugu
    • Filming locations
      • Hyderabad, Telangana, India(Hyderabad, Telangana, india)
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      • Nakshatr Films Labs
      • Theda Batch Cinema
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