film introduction
The Hindi film industry makes hundreds of films every year, but often fails to present Muslim narratives properly. But director Anusha Rizvi has filled this gap with her new film ‘The Great Shamsuddin Family’, which is streaming on an OTT platform.
story of the film
This film by Anusha Rizvi discusses an important issue. The portrayal of Muslim characters in Hindi films is often stereotypical. Although some films like ‘Garm Hawa’, ‘Maqbool’, and ‘Haider’ have depicted the Muslim experiences well, their number is limited. ‘The Great Shamsuddin Family’ presents the story of a day in a Muslim family with humanity and humor.
Characters and performances
Kritika Kamra, Shreya Dhanwantri, Farida Jalal, and other actors have given stellar performances in the film. Kritika Kamra has portrayed a sensitive and strong woman in the role of Bani. Farida Jalal’s acting, as always, is full of depth and warmth.
direction and dialogue
Anusha Rizvi has beautifully brought out the localism and family energy in the direction of the film. The balance of humor and emotion is easily visible in the dialogues. Although the tonal balance is lacking at some places, it does not hide the honesty of the film.
social message
The film presents the struggle for personal decision and self-identity in a light-hearted manner. It also touches on the social pressures of minority families.
conclusion
Overall, ‘The Great Shamsuddin Family’ is a heart-warming family film that leaves the audience in both laughter and tears. The film talks about humanity and family energy, and can be watched on Jio Hotstar.
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