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Eagle’s Soar and Stumble: The Puzzling Dynamics of Protagonist Elevation

  • Published Feb 10, 2024 | 4:16 PMUpdated Feb 10, 2024 | 4:16 PM
  • Published Feb 10, 2024 | 4:16 PMUpdated Feb 10, 2024 | 4:16 PM
Eagle’s Soar and Stumble: The Puzzling Dynamics of Protagonist Elevation

Eagle, the latest action-packed offering featuring Ravi Teja, demonstrates the delicate art of elevating a protagonist in a cinematic landscape dominated by adrenaline-pumping sequences and larger-than-life characters. However, the film falters in finding the right balance, especially during its initial moments.

The crux of the issue lies in the excessive introduction of characters, including a child artist, diverting attention from the much-anticipated elevation of Ravi Teja’s character. The prolonged build-up becomes a stumbling block, overshadowing the hero’s screen time and disrupting the narrative flow. It’s a critical misstep that dampens the engagement, particularly in the first half of the film.

Eagle's Soar and Stumble

While Eagle manages to redeem itself in the latter half with a decent backend story, the success is short-lived. The final 30 minutes, although visually impressive, bear the weight of the entire film’s content, leaving the audience craving for a more consistent experience throughout.

Director Karthik Ghattamaneni’s handling of Ravi Teja’s character in the last 15 minutes stands out as a missed opportunity. The director could have applied the same effective approach earlier, trimming down unnecessary character introductions and ensuring a seamless progression in the storyline. This misjudgment becomes a pivotal moment where the narration takes a wrong turn.

Despite these setbacks, Ravi Teja shines in his role, showcasing one of his best looks on screen. Eagle, though falling short of expectations, manages to avoid being outright dull, making it a feasible one-time watch.

A beacon of promise emerges in the form of debutant Davzand, who breathes life into the film with a commendable music and background score. As a newcomer, Davzand’s contribution suggests a bright future in the industry.

In conclusion, Eagle grapples with the challenges of balancing protagonist elevation and maintaining audience engagement. While it may not soar to the heights anticipated, the film offers glimpses of potential, both in its lead actor’s performance and the promising debut of its music director.