So yes, I did spend a good 300 bucks on the movie. After much thought, I came to the conclusion that it ain't that bad a movie. Actually,its definitely worth a one time watch, maybe even more. A lot of people may not agree with me on this but nevertheless, I would want people to watch this movie. Its dealing with a very sensitive issue of child molestation but in a different way(sorry,kind of gave it away). Its an unconventional movie and has very close links with theatre(giving me a good enough reason to watch the film!) Kalki,Naseeruddin Shah,Kumud Mishra,Gulshan) are actually artists from the theatre industry.Theatrewallas ,all of them who have done a magnificent job. Besides that,there are other reasons as mentioned below
1. The Cinematography
Once again, Anurag Kashyap manages to deliver a film which is brilliant when it comes to its cinematography.The usage of light to depict the darkness in the mood and the shaky camera movements certainly added to the film's overall appeal. The use of space was also great. Though the film can make one feel claustrophobic due to the usage of small spaces like rooms,trains,rickshaws,it most certainly has given the film a flavour of its own.
2. Kalki
A new discovery to the Hindi Film Industry. Kalki originally did plays before she plunged into Bollywood with her much acclaimed role of Chandramukhi in Dev D. In That Girl In Yellow Boots, Kalki managed to give Ruth the much deserved set of emotions along with a subtle hint of drama.
3.Background Music
Not too many songs as such but the background music served its purpose well.
4. Style and Costume
Overall, I loved Kalki's look in the film. The sling bag, skirts and razor back tops gave her a very casual look. The make up was also subtle( except when maybe she turned to the red lipstick). But her outfits were simple yet they had that hippie feel to them.
5. Yellow Boots
Of course, the yellow boots fall into a separate category of their own. Though one may barely get a glimpse of them in the film. very interesting concept in terms of title!I love the idea of relating boots to struggle.
6. Dialogues
The dialogues have been written with finesse . There is no vulgarity as such( again except when they fire abuses at each other). But again,Kalki managed to deliver the lines as required.
7. Mumbai
The film is not essentially about Mumbai but it captures some of those locations that make up to be the essence of Mumbai. For instance Crawford Market, local trains. Somehow, I loved the way the local trains were shot. The hair flying,sleeping in the corner,next to the window..Something one can relate to if you are a Mumbaikar. Also the forever crowded streets of Mumbai just somehow added to the psychological aspect of the film i.e. Ruth's struggle to find her father and the million obstacles she had to face.
8. Kumud Mishra
Honestly, I have loved him since I saw him acting as the cutest Captain Hook in Peter Pan (an Akavarious Production) this Summertime at Prithvi. His role in this movie was very different from the adorable Captain Hook. In fact, the audience may not accept his role that easy. But Kumud Mishra has done a brilliant job. A not so big role but big enough to hit the climax of the movie.
