Bastar: The Naxal Story REVIEW
CAST :
Adah Sharma, Yashpal Sharma, Raima Sen, Naman Jain, Kishore Kadam
WRITTEN BY
Amarnath Jha
Sudipto Sen
Vipul Amrutlal Shah
DIRECTED BY
Sudipto Sen
CINEMATOGRAPHER – Ragul Dharuman
MUSIC
Bishakh Jyoti
WHO SHOULD WATCH :
This Atrociously Brutal Film on Maoism Is Not For Weak-Hearted People
WHERE TO WATCH : ZEE5
WHY TO WATCH :
Bastar: The Naxal Story REVIEW
‘Bastar: The Naxal Story,’ director Sudipto Sen and producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah attempt to shed light on yet another societal issue. Following the box office success of ‘The Kerala Story,’ their focus now shifts to the Naxal insurgency in Chhattisgarh. While “Bastar” engages audiences for much of its duration, a deeper exploration of the political landscape could have enhanced the narrative, and made this a finer watch. Drawing inspiration from real-life incidents and characters, the film injects a fictional essence into its portrayal. Despite a screenplay that lacks strength, Sen compensates with his skilful depiction of events, but be forewarned that there are moments in the film that may be difficult to watch.
The film centres around IPS officer (Adah Sharma), a no-nonsense IPS officer holding a senior CRPF position tasked with quashing the Naxal insurgency. The film begins in a courtroom where government and Naxal representatives are engaged in a legal battle. Neerja employs Special Police Officers (SPOs) and the state-run militia, Salwa Judum, to curb Naxal influence in Chhattisgarh. Running parallel to this is the story of Ratna (Indira Tiwari), a tribal woman whose husband was gruesomely killed by Lanka Reddy (Vijay Krishna), a notorious Naxalite. Seeking retribution, Ratna enrols and trains to become a Special Police Officer and aids Neerja in her mission.Some parts of the movie are hard to watch.
Bastar: The Naxal Story REVIEW
But they must be shown in its entirety to showcase the hardships citizens of such areas face on a daily basis. Their lives have been stolen by a cabal of maniacal people with a rabid ideology. The lead actress has again given a stellar performance, with a script worthy of her talent. This movie is dedicated to all the soldiers who have been fighting this war and have helped keep the country safe.It’s a film that not only entertains but also enlightens, making viewers ponder long after they leave the cinema. “Bastar” is a standout piece of cinema that deserves to be celebrated for its artistry, storytelling, and the powerful message it carries. It’s a film that combines the best of cinematic craft with storytelling that touches the soul, making it a significant addition to the landscape of Indian cinema.
+ (PLUS)
adha sharma performance
The pain of the villagers and democracy has been truly depicted in the film.
Authenticity in Production Design
_ (MINUS)
SO MUCH OF VIOLENCE AND BRUTALITY.
But they must be shown in its entirety to showcase the hardships citizens of such areas face on a daily basis.
they could have done better was explaining the history and origins of Naxalism in India.
One Word Review:
TRUTH WRITTEN IN RED
A CENSORED
Duration : 124mins (2hr4mins)
LANGUAGE: HINDI
