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Black & White
Rajan Mathur (Anil Kapoor) is a Professor in Urdu literature in Dr. Zakir Hussain's College. He resides in Chandni Chowk with his activist wife, Roma Mathur (Shefali Shah). Professor Mathur comes across a young boy called Numair Qazi (Anurag Sinha) who introduces himself as a victim of communal riots in Gujarat.
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Plot Summary
A troubled young Australian man travels to Ireland to uncover the truth about his father's past, only to find himself embroiled in a dangerous game of deceit. He becomes entangled with a local woman and her mysterious family, leading him down a path of violence and betrayal. As he gets closer to the truth, he realizes the past is more complicated and deadly than he ever imagined.
Critical Reception
Black & White received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing a convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. While some praised the atmospheric tension, the overall consensus was that the film failed to deliver a compelling narrative.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a predictable and confusing storyline.
Character development is lacking, making it difficult to connect with the protagonists.
Despite some attempts at suspense, the thriller elements fall flat.
Google audience: Audience reception data for "Black & White" (2008) is not readily available on Google. General critical reception indicates a film that struggled to find an audience due to narrative issues.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Ireland and Australia, aiming for a stark visual contrast that mirrors the title.
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