Goldfish
Goldfish

Movie spotlight

Goldfish

2017
Movie
14 min
Greek

A young boy thinks his new goldfish is gay, much to the horror of his conservative father.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Pradeep SarkarGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Sia, a vibrant woman living in an old-age home, finds herself grappling with the realities of aging and the fear of abandonment. As she navigates her relationships with fellow residents and her estranged family, she confronts her own mortality and searches for meaning in her twilight years. The film explores themes of loneliness, memory, and the resilience of the human spirit.

Critical Reception

Goldfish received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its sensitive portrayal of aging and the performances of its lead actors. While some found the pacing to be slow at times, the film was generally lauded for its emotional depth and its honest exploration of themes often overlooked in cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartfelt performances, particularly from Kalki Koechlin and Naseeruddin Shah.

  • Commended for its sensitive and nuanced exploration of aging and its associated challenges.

  • Some viewers found the narrative to be somewhat melancholic and slow-paced.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Goldfish are limited, but those available often highlight the film's emotional resonance and the strong acting. Many appreciated its realistic depiction of life in an old-age home.

Fun Fact

The film marks the directorial debut of Pradeep Sarkar in the Marathi film industry, though it was released as a Hindi film with some Marathi dialogues.

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