Baramulla Movie Review: Manav Kaul Re-Opens The Kashmir Files
Overview
Manav Kaul's Baramulla reveals the haunting realities of Kashmir, where the truth of Kashmiri Pandits lingers more profoundly than ghosts.
Details
- Star Cast: Manav Kaul, Bhasha Sumbli, and others
- Director: Aditya Suhas Jambhale
Strengths
Manav Kaul delivers a raw and deeply contained performance, complemented by a climax that is heartbreakingly powerful rather than traditionally terrifying.
Weaknesses
The film’s initial pacing is slow, which might challenge some viewers' patience and leave them missing Manav Kaul’s expressive presence.
Film’s Message
Whenever Kashmir is mentioned, two contrasting images usually emerge: one of snow-capped mountains as postcard-perfect scenery, and the other of violence and bloodshed. Director Aditya Suhash Jambhale presents a different perspective—one that captures Kashmir’s fear and the terror within it.
Genre and Tone
Baramulla blends various elements so seamlessly that its genre is initially unclear. Is it a supernatural thriller? Is it a politically charged film? While it hints at both, the movie's ultimate focus is on delivering a solemn story that deeply wounds and haunts.
“Baramulla incorporates all these elements into the Kashmir that should still haunt us!”
The film ultimately serves as a poignant, heart-breaking portrayal rather than an agenda-driven narrative or a typical thriller.
Author’s Summary
Baramulla is a solemn and emotionally gripping film that explores Kashmir’s complex wounds beyond familiar images, anchored by Manav Kaul’s powerful performance.
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