Shwaas

After a long time I got a chance to review marathi cinema. Shwaas is one of those few marathi movie which has gained national level recognition. Shwaas is India's entry for the 77th Academy Awards (Oscars) in the best foreign film category. The movie is directed by Sandeep Sawanth, who is quite a known name in Marathi parallel theatre for his 'one-act play'. The movie has won the national award 2004 for 'Best Feature Film'.

The movie is very simple in the account of casting and has followed the traditional style of Indian film making. An emotional journey of a grandfather with his grandson. A thought provoking film which talks about relationships, human spirit and hope. The movie has tried to reflect the difference in thinking of rural and urban citizen of India.

Old man Vichare (Arun Nalavade) and his seven-year-old grandson Parashuram (Ashwin Chitale) live in the village Parule. All is well, untill Parashuram feels some trouble in his eye. Vichare takes Parashuram to city to consult Dr. Sane (Sandeep Kulkarni), an eye specialist who on performing series of test figures out that Parashuram is suffering from eye cancer. Dr. Sane suggests Vichare that he has to operate Parashuram's eyes out to stop the furthur spread to cancer.

Shaken Vichare first refuses to acknowledge the truth about his grandson. But, then agrees for the treatment. But, now Vichare has a great obstacle of explaining his grandson about his lifelong blindness. The story reaches its emotional peak as the movie moves towards the climax. How Vichare is going to explain his 7 year old grandson the truth who is waiting very keenly to go to school and to play? How Vichare is going to tell the truth to Parashuram's mother who is waiting in the village for his son to return?

To know the answer, you should watch Shwaas. Shwaas is one of those movie which showcases positive approach towards life. Do watch this great movie. And please come forward to place your comments. Thank you!