Pushpaka Vimana

First of all, if you did not know that this is a silent movie, you will never realize it unless somebody tell you. Such is the brilliant direction, background music and acting. This movie was shot in Bangalore (mostly in Windsor Manor Hotel).

Brief Story: An unemployed young man who lives frugally bumps into a rich unconscious drunkard. He takes the drunkard to his house and gags him and ties him to his cot. He than assumes the drunkard's identity and lives in the drunkard's suite in a luxurious hotel.

Most memorable moments: 1) The way he feeds the drunkard and takes care of his morning chores. 2) The ending

Pushpak (a.k.a Pushpaka Vimana in Kannada) is a must see film. Director Singeetham has done a superb job. Even though there are no dialogues in the movie, you don't feel like you are watching a silent movie. Camera work and direction are so clever that the scenes itself convey everything. And, Kamal Hassan is simply brilliant! He deserves all the greatest awards out there (be it Academy Awards or anything else). The film focuses on the life of an unemployed youth. The comedy, or I should say dark comedy, is superb! Pushpak is the real thing, you have to see it to believe it.

I think that Pushpak has gone unnoticed by international movie aficionados. It is a pity that Pushpak does not feature in IMDb's top 250 lists. And, I am disappointed to see many flaky Japanese horror movies being over-hyped!!!!

There can and will never be a film like Pushpak. Pushpak is a cult film from day one.

You just have to LISTEN TO YOUR EYES to belive it.

Yes you got it correct listen to your EYES. This movie has no verbal dailouges at all (except for some seconds background chattering). And surprise surprise its a full length feature film with Romance,Crime,Thrills and a social message. Just amazing how it has been directed and excellent acting by all and sundry.

Will recommend to one and all. (****1/2)

After numerous recommendations I finally managed to get a hold of this movie. I appreciate the director's attempt of making a silent movie that is charming, funny but very flawed. As much as I enjoyed it, I would not place it among the best movies. Some of the humour is too tacky for my liking, especially the toilet humour (for example the whole toilet situation with the hostage) and some comic tracks just fall flat. At times, the film moves at a lethargic pace. The Tinu Anand track did not need that much focus. That entire track could have been better left out. Yet, 'Pushpak' remains likable. I loved the irony in the end and that beautifully concludes the poetry of the entire movie. In terms of acting, 'Pushpak' belongs to Kamal Hassan. The actor gets into the skin of the character and nails the part. I never thought of him as one of the best actors in Indian cinema but i admire his attempt at experimenting with different things and he is exceptional in 'Pushpak'. Amla is vivacious in a smaller role. Director Singeetham deserves credit for daring to make a silent film, and one that mostly manages to avoid the clichéd gimmicks. Perhaps this was his homage to the voiceless movies made in the 30s. I loved his use of symbolism and metaphors especially in the end sequence. For the most part, 'Pushpak' is a fun watch and I thin it would have been excellent had the editing been more crisp but there's enough good about it that compensates for the weaknesses.

Well, the movie might belong to the genre of silent movies, but the movie speaks for itself. Instant Classic, Amazing direction truly flawless acting make this a memorable experience.

Kamal has shown in this movie, what skill set someone requires to reach high standards. The movie has comedy, nice drama and an exceptional ending to wind it all.

This movie was rightly honored by the Cannes Jury in 1988 and I would say it deserves much more. It can be appreciated by everyone. If you are not an Indian maybe you will take 20-25 Min's to start appreciating the movie, but take my words, after that you'll love it.

It is a redefining piece of work in Indian Cinema. A silent movie itself has its own charm, but this one is a silent movie with a great story and a marvelous crew to support that. This is more than perfect.