29
Metascore
7 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- The compositions are dull. The scenes are flimsy and shapeless. The pacing is the direct antithesis of what normally induces the excitement of adventure.
- 40VarietyDavid ChuteVarietyDavid ChuteIt’s a tale that was once thrilling, but the thrills seem to have evaporated.
- 38New York PostSara StewartNew York PostSara StewartShooting in South Africa and Botswana, director Kamaleshwar Mukherjee never lacks for atmosphere, but his film is painfully awkward in execution, from the stiff dialogue to the time-padding slo-mo sequences and glaring CGI.
- 37Washington PostStephanie MerryWashington PostStephanie MerryThe movie’s editing mishaps, unbelievable scenarios, overuse of music and computer-generated fakery distract from what should be a great adventure.
- 30Village VoiceSimon AbramsVillage VoiceSimon AbramsChander Pahar is an unfocused adventure-cum-travelogue.
- 30The New York TimesRachel SaltzThe New York TimesRachel SaltzOne reason Chander Pahar seems so plodding is that Mr. Mukherjee has a habit of telling us what he doesn’t know how to show.
- 30The Hollywood ReporterFrank ScheckThe Hollywood ReporterFrank ScheckSluggish pacing and sub-par special effects mar this would-be epic adventure film.
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