Edhel
Edhel

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Edhel

2018
Movie
84 min
Italian

A young girl with malformed ears uses fantasy to help her cope with classroom bullies and process the death of her father.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Aruna VasudevanGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

In a small Indian town, a young woman named Edhel grapples with societal expectations and her own desires. As she navigates familial responsibilities and the prospect of an arranged marriage, she finds solace and inspiration in her passion for music. The film explores her journey of self-discovery and her quiet rebellion against traditional norms.

Critical Reception

Edhel received modest attention, with critics generally acknowledging its sensitive portrayal of a young woman's internal struggles and its gentle, observational style. While some praised its nuanced performance and atmospheric direction, others found its pacing to be slow and its narrative somewhat understated.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive and nuanced depiction of a young woman's journey.

  • Appreciated for its atmospheric direction and quiet, observational storytelling.

  • Some critics noted the film's deliberate pacing might not appeal to all viewers.

Google audience: Audience reception information for Edhel on Google is not widely available.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Aruna Vasudevan, is also a renowned film critic and programmer, known for her extensive work in promoting Asian cinema.

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