Netflix's 'Baramulla' Movie Review
Introduction
Baramulla on Netflix tackles a powerful and sensitive subject but falls short due to weak execution.
Director and Cast
- Director: Aditya Suhas Jambhale
- Cast: Manav Kaul, Bhasha Sumbli, Arista Mehta, Rohaan Singh, Masoom Mumtaz Khan, Ashwini Koul, Mir Sarvar, Vikas Shukla
Plot Overview
The story revolves around the mysterious disappearances of children and strange supernatural events. DSP Ridwaan Sayyed (Manav Kaul) is assigned to Baramulla to investigate these cases. As he delves deeper, his own family becomes involved in the mystery. The house where he stays also holds a dark history.
Visuals and Setting
The film's standout aspect is its realistic portrayal of Baramulla. Unlike many Bollywood films that romanticize locations, this one presents the snow-covered valley as it is—slow-paced and wrapped in local legends and rumours.
Critique
While the film handles a serious theme, the storytelling is lacking. The plot begins with a boy disappearing during a magic show, with the magician becoming the prime suspect. As more children vanish, the suspense builds, but the film fails to deliver a convincing narrative.
"The story starts with a young boy who goes missing from a magic show. The magician obviously becomes the first suspect. As days pass by, more children are targeted and go missing."
"Shoddy storytelling massacred the film."
Summary
Despite Manav Kaul's strong performance and an important storyline, Baramulla struggles due to weak storytelling and missed opportunities to deeply explore its fascinating subject.
Author’s Note
This film is a reminder that powerful themes need equally compelling storytelling to truly resonate with audiences.
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