Not Out

Walking into the screening of 'Not Out' with absolutely no clue of the baseline or the essence of the movie in a room full of people that slowly appeared on the screen as the movie played to begin with showed how each character held their role to their hearts.

The title of the movie just hits base with every scene of the movie, be it with cricket, coming out of the closet, not getting caught with crime and various other social issues. As an audience you really get a sense of Why,What and How each character went through that particular period of their life and makes us understand Love in such a pure and simple way !

It's a Must watch movie and you'll understand once you do watch it !

-The film was shot mostly handheld, it makes it look lifelike and gives that eerie feeling throughout the film -Rahul's wife is talking to her mother in her mother tongue on the phone, difficult for a Non Indian director to give that direction, well done -Jeff is soo adorable in the movie, I had a smile every time he appeared on screen -Liked the inclusion of the characters who keep giving socio/political commentary, in those moments I completely used to forget I am watching a film and I felt as if I am there with them -The non linear screenplay really worked for me, kept me engaged and curious throughout -The exchange where he says "you're helping your guilt" was really well written -A part in the film that I won't disclose, the way it was shot and the lighting, made it really really disturbing.

This film keeps you thinking long after it's over. The characters are well established and the direction takes you on an unexpected journey. We live in a society where we have learnt to turn a blind eye to things around us. What happens when different worlds collide? Is love defined by the society we live in? Will the choices we make in our life haunt us forever?

This film definitely makes you re evaluate the world around us.

I could not stop myself from being pulled into the lives of the characters and become invested in their journey with every twist and turn.

The film may feel slow paced at certain points but still keeps you interested.

The film "Not Out" stands apart from typical Bollywood movies. Unlike the constant push to watch or buy something, this movie doesn't sell anything-it's not commercial. Instead, it offers a filmmaker's vision, evoking emotions through visuals, camera movements, and impactful edits.

Although the beginning might feel slow and misleading, it all comes together in the end, leading to an emotional climax.

The film's climax hits hard. It's not just about winning or losing it's about the emotional stakes which you will be left reflecting on life, relationships, and the choices we make.

As you watch, you'll connect with each character and their unique journey. The film's strength lies in its screen presence and cinematography.

I recently watched Not out and was really moved by the movie. It beautifully portrays the stigma around homosexuality and the male sexual abuse in India.

The movie hits you exactly where it should! We all have Siddhant and Rahul amongst us but we as a society makes no effort to help them navigate through their struggles. Kudos to Jeff for addressing such a pressing issue with such an ease. The movie is crisp with solid direction. The cast has done brilliantly and took their roles to their heart. Loved the soundtrack!

Overall, this is a great movie with a mix of social stigma and a love story rolled into one. If you are looking for an unconventional watch pertaining to Indian cinema, this is unquestionably the movie for you.