Dhoomketu- “The Comet”: “Dhoomketu” is based on a story “The Comet” by Dr. Jayant Narlikar. It was in our coursebook too. So, there was an interest in finding out how it was adapted. The interest was frankly due to the fact that I had found that chapter a little dull. The adaptation however turned out … Continue reading "Dhoomketu (1985)"
Read MoreAnokha Aspatal- The Unusual Hospital Shammi or Shammi Aunty, as she was credited in many Doordarshan serials, is among my favourite actors. The characters she portrayed, whether good or bad, were often depicted as bubbly and talkative. It was therefore a surprise to find her in a serious role. Totally unlike anything I saw her … Continue reading "Anokha Aspatal (1989)"
Read MoreHirer Angti (1992): “Kaal raat ke aami…….”. Oh! Sorry. That was a failed attempt to begin a sentence in Bengali, which sadly didn’t get past 3-4 words. Don’t even know if those were correct either. What I was trying to say was: “Yesterday night I watched a delightful children’s movie, titled Hirer Angti” (with sub-titles … Continue reading "Hirer Angti (Diamond Ring)"
Read MoreWinters. I love winters. It’s my favourite season, for several reasons. Food is one of them. Because winter is the healthiest season (comparatively) to eat unhealthy food. What could be the better way to spend a chilly evening snuggled up in your quilt, munching on those snacks that you usually avoid and watch some entertaining movies. And … Continue reading "TWIN JOY: LAGI SHART (2001) & WRONG MAURITIUS (2004)"
Read MoreThis film is based on an award-winning children’s adventure novel The Blind Witness (1983) by Arup Kumar Dutta. Arup Kumar Dutta’s adventure thriller (The Kaziranga Trail, 1979) for kids incidentally also won the first CBT award for writers of Children’s books, and was made into a movie Rhino (1987). The Blind Witness has also been translated … Continue reading "Back to CFSI: Netraheen Sakshi (1991)"
Read More“Perception of disability lies in the mind. A person with a pure and enlightened mind is a valuable citizen irrespective of whether he is physically disabled or not. The life of a differently challenged person can be enriched through creation of indomitable spirit in him.” -Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, (Indomitable Spirit) I usually stay away … Continue reading "BACK TO CFSI"
Read MoreCHOOSING TRIYATRI (1990): Today is 5th September. We dedicate this day to our teachers, honouring them and remembering their contributions to our life and knowledge. This day as we all know is the birth date of the great academician & philosopher Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan, a teacher loved immensely by his students. We celebrate this day … Continue reading "Triyatri (1990): Education is beyond schools………….& Coaching Classes"
Read MoreWhat happens when you get too excited about something and then just go blank. Your thoughts just refuse to get organised in that over-excited state. Well that’s what happened to me. Since my last post I have been thinking- “Anounce toh kar diya Children’s Films Festival, magar ab shuru kahan se karun” (I announced the … Continue reading "RHINO (1987)- AN ADVENTURE IN KAZIRANGA"
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