Barzakh

It's difficult to tell what makes Barzakh so beautiful-is it the enchanting mountain scenery, the sorrow that fills the Mahtab Mahal, or the love that still drives a demented man after 60 years? Perhaps it is all of these and so much more.

Barzakh denotes the separation of the known from the unknown, living from eternity, sorrow from joy. The themes of human vulnerabilities, grief, and sexism are blended with the mystical ambiance of the hills. The characters are crafted skillfully, and you can see different sides of the same person. The vile and eccentric Jaffar accepts he does not know how to love yet builds a Mahal in memory of his eternal lover. His love brings him back to his roots, but he is always distant from his folks. Love, or the lack of it, and sometimes fear of it, becomes the cause of all actions.

The series drags at points (in the middle episodes), and maybe it could have been shorter, but it demands patience from its viewers. When every scene is poetic, and every word is purposeful, you must absorb them to truly understand the emotions on the screen and feel the same inside you. The show leaves some things deliberately unexplained and you must draw your own explanations on the blank canvas.

I loved the story outline and everything about this series except the fact that it inputs an overdoes of poetic elements that made it an overdone poetry-nut fart.

Especially the stone-bearing deads with their cliche( it became cliche due to the absence of minimalism) imposing character arc. Otherwise, the acting, cinematography, catchy dialogue, gripping pacing, editing, color, BGM - everything was top-notch. The way it unfolds the story seemed a bit predictable, however, it was so beautifully crafted that it didn't matter. The dining scene was remarkable! I could feel the tension in my bones. The homoromantic visualisation deserves claps as it showed 'realistic' representation of queer life in oppressed countries. What an international piece of work! Highly recommended.

Asim Abbasi has created a masterpiece from the story, cinematography, performances, music. It is absolutely stunning and what a shame that hateful bigots have forced producers to take it down from YouTube Pak. How can there be progress when bigots dictate how people make art. Please support this project. It's a fascinating story of this world intersecting with another world and the burdens that we bear in life. You can't miss a single scene as every single frame has a deeper meaning. It is the best drama I have seen come out of Pakistan but the bigots prefer to watch sagas where women are getting beaten up. I wish the producers hadn't given into hate. Please watch it and support independent art like this. I hope it gets picked up by Netflix.

Treat to watch such a masterpiece. "Barzakh" is a tour de force that stands out in the realm of Pakistani web series. With its stellar cast, particularly the magnetic pairing of Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed, it offers a compelling narrative wrapped in mystery and enhanced by breathtaking visuals. The series is a testament to the creative potential of Pakistani filmmakers and sets a high standard for future productions. As each episode unfolds, "Barzakh" keeps its audience on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaiting the next installment in this captivating journey through the realms of the unknown.

Magnificient & Spell binding. A raw nerve is touched. A straight monologue on how the relationship of a child with their parents can affect subsequent generations. Performances are terrific. The story is universal and as old as time. Symbolism of nature into contemporary world is depicted in a subtle yet effective format. Loved the allegorical references. Its definitely not for the masala audience. Provocative, enchanting & real at the same time. Binged watched all 6 episodes. Should be Pakistan's best ott / mini series as it made everyone rightly restless. A brave attempt and artfully / tastefully executed.