'I, Nobody' Movie Review: Prithviraj Delivers, But the Heist Thriller Falls Short of Expectations
Prithviraj Sukumaran delivers a strong performance in I, Nobody, but the film's predictable screenplay and slow pacing prevent it from becoming a gripping heist thriller.
Prithviraj is cool and convincing as expected. He’s the film’s anchor when the story starts to sag. He can play someone who is always calm, always calculating, always one step ahead and he does it with ease. He is one of the biggest assets of the film and makes even the slower moments bearable.
A Story That Slips Away
The screenplay can hardly keep up the excitement, though it starts well. The twists are predictable after a point, and the pacing drops down significantly in the second half. There are a number of scenes that run longer than they should instead of building tension, and it takes away from the central heist. The film attempts to combine mystery and emotional drama, but neither really works.
Technical Excellence Saves the Experience
I, Nobody, is an impressive production visually. The cinematography captures the mood well and the background score goes well with the suspense in key sequences. The action scenes are well choreographed without overdoing it and the production design gives the film a polished international feel. These technicalities help in improving the overall viewing experience.
Final decision
Nobody is an interesting idea for a film and a solid lead turn but it doesn’t quite land because of its uneven script and not enough surprise moments. But if you are a fan of Prithviraj, the commanding performance and stylish presentation will give you enough reasons to watch the film. But those craving a taut, edge-of-the-seat heist thriller might be sorely disappointed. Overall I, Nobody is a decent one time watch but not a stand out thriller. It has flashes of brilliance but does not really capitalise on their potential.
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