Hi friends. Now, this was one of the movies, which did nothing for promotoions. But yet, its currently running in Pvr Cinemas, Bangalore. I happened to see the poster in Forum, and then got to know about the movie.
Anyway, here's the review for you all--
The film revolves around a Muslim woman called Gulabi, who is an expert midwife. She leads a lonely life after her husband Moosa leaves her and marries another woman. He stays with his second wife in a house close to Gulabi's dwelling. But Gulabi is unperturbed and try to be happy.
Gulabi is passionate about films and goes to the near by town through a boat to watch movies. At times she doesn't mind ignoring her work to catch up a movie.
Although villagers maintain a distance from her, Gulabi is indispensable when it comes to dealing with difficult deliveries.
Through Gulabi, the director highlights the hypocrisy that exists in our society. For instance, when Gulabi brings a colour TV in her house with cable connection, it changes the villagers' perception about her.
The Hindu women in the village, who maintained a distance from Gulabi, are the first to break their resolve and mix with her. Her neighbours, especially children, start thronging her house. Even her deserted husband Moosa visits Gulabi's house to watch films.
Kasaravalli has also been successful in conveying how the Kargil war had cast a shadow on the village and what role religious fanaticism plays in such situations.
The dialogues spoken in the native Kundapura accent are the best part of the film which reflect the emotions of the people.
And Kasaravalli should be lauded for projecting the character of Gulabi. Veteran actress Umashree can truly call the portrayal of Gulabi as her best performance. Umashree convincingly depicts Gulabi's frustration after Moosa's derisive attacks and enjoyment while watching films. You cannot think of any other actress to play such a difficult role so convincingly.
Singer-actress M.D. Pallavi shines with her graceful performance. Krishnamurthy has excelled in the role of Moosa. Local artistes have delivered good performances.
"Gulabi Talkies" boasts of impressive camera work by Ramachandra and Issac Thomas' background score. It is a remarkable film in many ways, including the way the director has shot the film in authentic locales in visually spectacular coastal belt of Karnataka.
If you want to breakthrough from the usual movies which has action, romance or comedy, then this movie is for you.
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