Is Guru Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (1989)

📖 The Core Premise

With the release of Guru (1989), audiences are invited back into the world of Crime, Action, Drama. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Mithun Chakraborty's ambition is to become an upright Police officer, but unluckily he is not getting selected. His sole strength is his lady love Sridevi. As Mithun's ambition fails, he turns to alcohol, dacoity, and thugism. He finally joins Amrit Pal's lethal gang to take revenge on the Police force, which blocked his ambition. Sridevi (in a double role), is Shakti Kapoor's important gang member. One day, Shakti Kapoor gets the confidential message about an undercover cop in his Gang."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. While not a career-best, Mithun Chakraborty's presence adds a necessary stability to the proceedings. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Crime. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Guru worth your time? If you appreciate Crime, Action, Drama films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Guru is a mixed bag with some redeeming qualities. With a runtime of 174 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Watch on OTT.