Ashtar Sayed’s Bijuka (meaning “scarecrow”) is a compelling Indian film with a strong point of view regarding the high number of rapes occurring in the country. Unfortunately, while the message comes across loud and clear, the execution manages to be both dull and highly traumatizing for the viewer. Its purpose is reached at a high cost.
The film follows the story of a newlywed couple during their short time together. Lalli (Arti Rautela) is told she must obey and take care of her new husband and in-laws above anyone or anything else. Painku (Amit Purohit) talks with his friends about all his supposed conquests. When their first night together arrives, Painku shows no physical interest in Lalli. That continues night after night while Lalli is treated like the family's slave who can do nothing right. After some time, she tries to seduce him but is only called names and abused for her actions.
The film follows the story of a newlywed couple during their short time together. Lalli (Arti Rautela) is told she must obey and take care of her new husband and in-laws above anyone or anything else. Painku (Amit Purohit) talks with his friends about all his supposed conquests. When their first night together arrives, Painku shows no physical interest in Lalli. That continues night after night while Lalli is treated like the family's slave who can do nothing right. After some time, she tries to seduce him but is only called names and abused for her actions.
- 3/13/2012
- by feeds@themoviepool.com (Araceli Irigoyen)
- Cinelinx
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