Arbit Raj

For those who have not seen the movie yet, do see it. I've been recommending this movie to friends around for some time now. It got released in India only recently, even though it was released last year in the US. Probably because it's a bit quirky and not exactly a popcorn entertainer. This movie is for those who like their dose of entertainment with the thinking cap on.

It's a blend of themes on sci-fi (without going into technology and gizmos) and relationships. This movie deals with the question of what a relationship is, the subtleties, the chemistry, and most importantly memories. Jim Carrey has played one of his best roles till date, understated, reserved, and somewhat introverted. Kate Winslet essays a hyper-energetic and impulsive person.

Would you be interested in erasing memories associated with an ex-partner? Well, the characters Joel and Clementine played by Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet choose so. And this movie delves into the question of whether something like this is the solution to a relationship gone bad.

One particularly strong and memorable scene to watch out for is one where they have the following conversation (I won't divulge the background to this, lest I give the plot away)

Clementine: "I'm not a concept. I'm just a f***ed-up girl who's looking for her own piece of mind. I'm not perfect"

Joel: "I don't see anything I don't like about you."

Clementine: "But you will, you will. And I'll get bored with you and feel trapped, because that's what happens with me."

Joel: After a long pause. "OK"

This is one of the best scenes which will stay etched in your memory for a long time. A masterpiece.

Go watch it!