Shadows

They say a thriller is as good as its ending. This little one endorses such belief. Moreover, being a psychological thriller, it throws you into a emotional roller coaster and you emerge asking for more!

This short film is the story of Helena, who seems to be torn between her desire and responsibilities but at the end you realize nothing is what it seems. Daniella, in the role of Helena has done a very good job in portraying the right emotion through her bright, beautiful eyes. The rest of the cast have also given given her the required support. Kira Kaple,as Sophie demands a special mention here. She looks like a doll, I must say.

A.R. Madabushi's editing is crisp, fresh. The lovemaking scenes have been shot aesthetically and gives the film an European feel. Kudos to the first-time director Sreemoyee Bhattacharya and the cinematographer. Avik Mitra's background score at the end is also worth mentioning.

The film is not devoid of any shortcomings though! Mrs. Braganza's make-up looks a tad over-the-top. The rationale behind the story is also a bit fuzzy and probably the director has purposely kept it that way. However, that might not appeal to a section of the audience, who looks for an easy watch.

Lastly, I must say I have hardly seen such a competent and intelligent short film in recent times. No wonder it was selected at the Cannes short film corner last year. Will look forward to Sreemoyee's upcoming projects!

Shadows has such a wonderful storyline and is a sweet brisk journey through the end. No wonder Sreemoyee Bhattacharya in no time has been synonymous with films with substance. The movie has shown an efficient treatment with the psychological dilemma of a woman. Daniella Down has done pure justice to the character played by her. She has so wonderfully expressed the emotional and psychological warfare inside her. She along with Tony Clark also made the love making scenes very gracefully comfortable and elegant. Kira Caple is such a little angel and the director deserves kudos for bringing out such a mature emotional expression out of Kira. The editing of the film is very lean and smart. A.R. Madabushi has proved his mettle in the job. Sreemoyee has proved her creative skills in a brief and crisp work of art. Long way to go. Look forward to her next films.!