Nitishastra

Written and directed by Kapil Verma, Nitishastra is an episode from our lives that reminds us of the values that Mahabharath was fought on. Perhaps a simple principle, that 'when it comes to choosing between what's wrong and who's wrong, one must pick the right', needed to be emphasized once again. Watch it for Tapsee's action in case you didn't see Naam Shabana.

Lallan Miya Says, " bhai jo aurat ki respect na kare woh bhai toh kya human hi nahi...iss film ko dekh ke hamaari phuphi boli- iss mein maa ko cast hi kyon kiya?...phir maar bhi diya ...why?"


Idhar Dekho: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fJ4BT9mO98

Pressure Cooker

Director Heena Dsouza takes us down the memory lane. A story written by Paavni Wadhwan, set in the 90s, showcasing life before online shopping. Pallavi Joshi plays a home maker coping with monotony of life. Subtle performances, good nuancing and and an overall feel good film. The only downside though- it's not relatable if you didn't grow up in the 90s.

Lallan Miya says, "Bhai story telling acha hai...puraana hai...lekkin acha hai..."


Idhar Dekho: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yb23eZqZ_c0

MAD

Vinod Rawat writes and directs this dialogue-drama which takes a few unconventional steps in the direction of liberating parent behaviour. How we react to what is considered scandalous for a girl/woman is challenged here. Writing is natural and performances are apt. Could have been crisper but it does not drag. Worth a watch.


LallanMiya says, "aisa support maa-beti ya phir kisi bhi family member se hamesha milna chahiye...ye baat aur hai ki jab aam ki chori mein hum pakde gaye the toh papa ne belt se patak patak ke maara tha"



Idhar Dekho: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEhnbqQv2A8&feature=em-subs_digest

Juice

Written by Neeraj Ghaywan and Ranjan Chandel, directed by Neeraj, this short film is a very nicely nuanced episode of what get-to-gethers used to be while I was growing up. Brilliant performances by everyone with a special mention of 'acting with your eyes' by Shefali punchuates the mood. Chauvinism, Misogyny and sexism in veiled subconsciouses is out now.

Lallan Miya says, "Bhai badhiya writing aur acting ka namunaa...thoda story puraana lag raha hai...lekin still relevant in many households"


Idhar Dekho: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-Sk7fQGIjE

Two - Styajit Ray

Written and directed by Satyajit Ray, this is perhaps the world's first short film. Produced for Essa, the oil company, in 1964, this short uses symbolism- the battery operated toys vs the simplicity of flute and kite. The coca cola drinking boy vs the urchin. Very Clever depiction of American oppression against the third-world. Music is composed by him too. Amazing camera work, considering the time and age that it was made. A must watch for aspiring story-tellers.


Lallan Miya says, "chota mooh aur badi baat ke liye maufi par dada ki iss short ko aaj bhi chala do ...it's relevant, it's current and it is fantastic"




Idhar Dekho: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zACGLjd9JNY

White Shirt

Written and directed by Sumit Aroraa, here's a story of letting go. Kunal Kapoor and Kritika Kamra play lovers who are separated but haven't moved on. A old white shirt keeps bringing them opportunities to meet, until one of them let's go. It's a simple light watch. Subtle performances but nothing intense.

LallanMiya says, "bhai dekh lo kuch bura nahi hai.....nahi dekhoge toh bhi kuch bura nahi hai"


Idhar Dekho: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiXHY4kX4SQ

Khujli

Written and directed by Sonam Nair, here's a short film attempting to do something different, like he characters in the film. Jackie Shroff and Neena Gupta play an old couple who chance upon an evening inspired by 50 Shades of Grey. The dialogues are funny but could have been as real and natural as the setting and the costumes. Overall, if you don't mind a bit of bollywood interfering with the realism, it's a good watch.
LallanMiya says, "khatiya saari raat awaaz karti rahi, humko tha kamar dard aur padosan sharm se marti rahi..."

Idhar Dekho: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmRzflPuCjE