Baramulla Review: A Unique Blend of Psychological and Political Horror
[translate:Baramulla] offers a bold commentary on [translate:Kashmir's socio-political unrest]. Manav Kaul and Bhasha Sumbli deliver a nuanced and heartfelt performance that carries the film's complex narrative.
Insider Perspective and Authenticity
Does an insider's experience bring authenticity when portraying different environments and their tragedies? Or can filmmakers tell these stories regardless of their backgrounds? Personal history and identity often help maintain objectivity, as demonstrated in Aditya Dhar’s Baramulla.
“[translate:His voice as a Kashmiri Pandit finds an echo in this tale that’s gut-wrenching, spine-chilling and mythical in equal measures.]”
Background and Story
In 2016, the director-producer wrote a short story about the [translate:Kashmiri Pandit community] forced to flee during the tragic exodus of the 1990s. This story became the basis for Baramulla, enriched by Aditya Suhas Jambhale’s visionary direction and supernatural themes.
Plot Overview
Set in 2016, the film follows DSP Ridwaan Shafi Sayyed and his family who have recently relocated from Reasi to [translate:Baramulla]. After a hostage crisis and an accidental shooting at a Reasi public school, Ridwaan and his daughter Noorie struggle with PTSD. Ridwaan investigates the disappearance of Shoaib, a child who vanished during a magic show in Baramulla.
Summary
Baramulla intertwines historical tragedy with psychological and political horror, capturing a poignant Kashmiri narrative through the lens of personal experience and supernatural elements.
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