Sridhar Rangayan has done commendable work by bringing a gay
themed film into mainstream cinema. His latest film "Evening Shadows"
has all the ingredients that is commercially
viable and capable of competing within the genre. So far there have been very
few LGBT films which have the complete story feeling to them. Most have been very
specifically related to the aspect of sexual orientation. But Evening Shadows
is a complete story with the traditional Indian family set up and all the drama
that comes with it. The extreme emotions that are associated with acceptance of
a family member who is gay, have been expressed accurately. As someone who comes
from a tradition south indian family, the movie was as real as my own life. And
to be able to achieve that connect shows that the director has great vision and
guts to implement. Mona Ambegaonkar has a pivotal role and her undying passion
for performance is at its peak. Anant Mahadevan is a class apart and makes your
blood boil. Devansh Doshi is sweet and likeable. They all make you emotional
several times during the film.
Though I feel there was an effort to include a lot of aspects
related to the community, they weren't necessary, They do not add to the story
and are oblivious.The ending is abrupt and one cannot see it coming. However ,
this film is complete and satisfying. It is a must watch and will be one of my
favorite Indian LGBT film.
Rating - 3.8 / 5
