Provoked
A group of amateur paranormal investigators, frustrated with the lack of any solid evidence after months of attempts, decide to provoke and taught spirits from the afterlife in a last ditch attempt for a paranormal encounter. The experiment works, but they have awakened something angry and very deadly - something that follows them home and now will not leave. The investigators must now defend their home, and their family, from the spirits who were brought into this world and are not going without taking some souls with them.
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Plot Summary
Kiranjit Ahluwalia, a Punjabi woman living in London, endures years of abuse in her marriage. After a final, violent confrontation, she kills her husband and is subsequently imprisoned for murder. While in prison, she finds solace and support from fellow inmates and an activist who helps her fight for justice.
Critical Reception
Provoked received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's performance and the film's sensitive handling of the difficult subject matter. While some critics found the pacing occasionally slow, the film was widely commended for bringing attention to domestic violence and its devastating consequences.
What Reviewers Say
- Aishwarya Rai Bachchan delivers a powerful and moving performance.
- The film sensitively tackles the serious issue of domestic abuse.
- Its exploration of resilience and the fight for justice is commendable.
Google audience: Viewers lauded Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's intense portrayal of a woman enduring and overcoming extreme spousal abuse. Many found the film to be a compelling and important story that shed light on a critical social issue, highlighting the strength and spirit of the protagonist.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Actress at the Asian Film Awards for Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the true story of Kiranjit Ahluwalia, a British Indian woman who killed her abusive husband in 1989.
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