How crazy is it that an orphan born in the poorest part of the world who's apparently self educated is able to bring himself up to basically middle class at just 18? forget about the ''who wants to be a millionaire'' aspect of the movie. He managed to do very well for himself entirely on his own. Most people in those slums stay there for life or simply die of disease.
shareHow crazy is it that an orphan born in the poorest part of the world who's apparently self educated is able to bring himself up to basically middle class at just 18?
The big question of the film is: How does Jamal, a teen who grew up in one of the worst slums on earth, possibly know the answers to the questions on the TV show? The charismatic-but-somewhat-sinister host thinks it's dubious, so he delivers Jamal over to a detective & his cronies to find out how he's cheating. If Jamal's not cheating then how does he know the answers? The movie shows you.
It's a hip, kinetic film with a potent message that you might not fully grasp upon first viewing. Pay close attention to the interrogation & conclusions of the detective. Notice Jamal's integrity, persevering faith and idealist love for Latika. Faith, hope and love conquer all.