Sisak
Sisak

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Sisak

2017
Movie
16 min
English

This short film follows the story of two gay men in Mumbai who meet and fall in love in regular train journeys. Burdened with the larger social (and legal) scorn the two are unable to say anything to each other.

Insights

IMDb7.5/10
Director: Faraz AliGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman named Nala (Laavanya Tripathi) is trapped in an unhappy marriage and finds solace in her passion for kite flying. She develops a silent, unspoken connection with a kite maker named Dhir (Naga Shaurya) who lives nearby. Their relationship blossoms through shared glances and gestures, offering a brief escape from their respective lonely lives.

Critical Reception

Sisak, a short film, garnered significant attention for its sensitive portrayal of unspoken emotions and its unique narrative style. While not extensively reviewed by major critics due to its short format, it was widely praised on festival circuits and by online audiences for its visual storytelling and compelling performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its silent storytelling and emotional depth.

  • Lauded for its unique portrayal of a developing relationship without dialogue.

  • Appreciated for the subtle performances of the lead actors.

Google audience: Audience reception was largely positive, with viewers commending the film's innovative approach to storytelling and its ability to evoke strong emotions through visuals and music alone. Many highlighted the film's poignant depiction of loneliness and connection.

Awards & Accolades

Winner of Best Short Film at the Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival (2018) and the Dada Saheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards (2018).

Fun Fact

The entire film 'Sisak' is told without a single word of dialogue, relying solely on visual storytelling, music, and the actors' expressions to convey the narrative and emotions.

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