The Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival is back this year after a three-year hiatus, and the lineup of Indian films is sure to excite every cinephile. It includes classic titles from the New Wave cinema movement in 1970s Kerala, internationally acclaimed films, world premieres, and more. You can catch these cinematic delights at a theatre near you from October 25 to November 5.
28 Oct 2023
The Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival is back this year after a three-year hiatus, and the lineup of Indian films is sure to excite every cinephile. It includes classic titles from the New Wave cinema movement in 1970s Kerala, internationally acclaimed films, world premieres, and more. You can catch these cinematic delights at a theatre near you from October 25 to November 5.
Pushtaini revolves around Bhuppi, a struggling actor entangled in an embarrassing scandal, yearning to grasp his final shot at stardom. He’s compelled to return to his hometown and confront his past, embarking on a journey through the mountains where he encounters strangers and unforeseen adventures, all while remaining oblivious to what the journey holds for him.
The film portrays the collision of multiple facets of India at a railway station, where an infant is abducted from the side of a sleeping mother. This thought-provoking movie was recently showcased at the BFI London Film Festival.
Sthal (A Match) delves into the tradition of arranged marriages in rural India, where the relentless pursuit of a girl’s marriage takes precedence over the basic necessities of life. The story is narrated from the viewpoint of a young girl, Savita, shedding light on patriarchy, colorism, and deep-seated social issues in society.
The Buckingham Murders, featuring Kareena Kapoor Khan in the lead role, revolves around a British-Indian detective coping with the recent loss of her child. Her assignment is to investigate the murder of a 10-year-old child in Buckinghamshire.
Thadavu (The Sentence) stands as the sole Malayali film to be featured at the JIO MAMI Mumbai Film Festival 2023. The film compellingly portrays the challenges faced by Geetha, who is alone, terminally ill, and without employment, making it impossible for her to afford the necessary medical treatment. In desperation, she hatches a plan to commit a crime, as incarcerated individuals receive free medical care.
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