New Delhi: The highly anticipated Netflix film, “Heart of Stone,” has finally made its debut on the OTT platform, featuring a star-studded cast including Gal Gadot, Alia Bhatt, and Jamie Dornan. With the Hollywood debut of Alia Bhatt, the film, directed by Tom Harper, has been eagerly awaited by fans. As the movie hits the screens, both critics and audiences have taken to social media to share their thoughts.
The narrative of “Heart of Stone” revolves around intelligence operative Rachel Stone, portrayed by Gal Gadot, who is on a mission to thwart a hacker named Keya Dhawan, played by Alia Bhatt. Dhawan aims to steal a highly dangerous and valuable weapon.
Twitter Reviews Reflect Diverse Opinions
Twitter has become a battleground of opinions as users share their thoughts on “Heart of Stone.” An entertainment journalist awarded the film three stars, praising its status as a solid entry into Netflix’s spy genre. The review highlighted intriguing plot twists, though it also noted room for improvement in the writing. Gal Gadot and Jamie Dornan’s performances were commended, and Alia Bhatt’s performance was particularly noted as solid.
‘Heart of Stone’ is a solid entry to Netflix’s spy universe. The film is intriguing and has good twists. Although writing could have been better, the end result is quite good. Gal Gadot, Jamie Dornan are good, Alia Bhatt is solid.
⭐️⭐️⭐️#HeartOfStone #HeartOfStoneReview… pic.twitter.com/g3uCLwt7NZ
— Aayush Sharma (@JournoAayu) August 11, 2023
Another Twitter user compared the film’s set pieces to those in the “Mission: Impossible” series, finding them lacking the same level of intrigue and energy. The augmented reality overlays in “Heart of Stone” were likened to video game graphics, giving the film an unconventional visual aspect.
#HeartOfStone is… bad. it’s a poor mission: impossible copycat filled with boring storytelling & blandly executed action. gal gadot, alia bhatt, jamie dornan are there & while i’ve no sympathies for the zionist, it feels bad to see alia & jamie’s talents being wasted. pic.twitter.com/QAN3jFDqmO
— Pramit (@pramitheus) August 11, 2023
On the other hand, some reviews expressed disappointment. One reviewer labeled the film a “poor Mission: Impossible copycat” with dull storytelling and lackluster action sequences. While the talents of Alia Bhatt and Jamie Dornan were acknowledged, the reviewer expressed regret over their potential being underutilized.
Reportedly, nothing was ever promised to Gal Gadot about ‘WONDER WOMAN 3’ happening or any definitive discussion about her returning in the new DCU.
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— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) August 10, 2023
#HeartOfStone is an intimate spy thriller. Its bigness is merely a cover for the smaller, more intimate moments, particularly between #GalGadot and #AliaBhatt #HeartofStoneNetflix #jamiedornan @NetflixIndia @netflix @GalGadot @aliaa08 https://t.co/Jk5s6Trf2w
— Devansh Sharma (@inkedinwhite) August 11, 2023
The Making of “Heart of Stone”
The film “Heart of Stone” was officially announced in 2020, with the backing of notable producers, including Gal Gadot, Don Granger, Julie Lynn, Bonnie Curtis, Jaron Varsano, David Ellison, and Dana Goldberg. In March 2022, Alia Bhatt’s involvement was confirmed, along with other key characters portrayed by Sophie Okondei, Jing Lusi, Paul Ready, and Matthias Schweighofer.
As the film’s Twitter reviews continue to spark debates among audiences, it’s clear that “Heart of Stone” has invoked a range of emotions and opinions. The mixed reception underscores the complexity of audience expectations and the diverse viewpoints that emerge when a high-profile film hits the streaming platform.
