Jul 01, 2016 07:41 PM
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Quite surprisingly good BAFTA nominated debut feature for Mumbai born, NY University film school drop-out, writer/Director Ritesh Batra.'The Luchbox' features wonderful performances from all involved. Striking Nimrat Kaur, daughter of an Indian army officer(who was abducted and killed by Kashmiri Sepratists when she was 12) gives a performance laced with a deep sense of lonely soul searching as an estranged wife and mother.
Highly regarded Indian Actor Irran Khan(can't forget his portrayal of the grown up'Pi') gives equal measure to his detached, yet enigmatic character. Award nominated documentary cinematographer Michal Simmonds manages to combine well designed conventional shots with hand held camera that thankfully does not leave you feeling seasick. German born composer Max Richer adds atmosphere weaving an unobtrusive score.
The performers and director seem to work together as if all the scenes are just falling into place without effort or planning. An uncommon feat in this age of computer designed, socially aware(of its self) movie making. Even the main story unfolds via a series of notes scratched out by hand. Don't watch it if looking for action, do watch if looking for introspective entertainment. A movie that tells its story of life's everyday complications without stooping to now common vulgarities. Commendable effort.
