Solo (2017): Anthologies are rare in Indian Cinema and even if we consider world cinema,most of the anthologies are either revenge or horror.Solo is one of a kind anthology like never before in Indian Cinema.Directed by Bejoy Nambiar, who made his debut with Shaitan. Followed by David and Wazir that were meant for a certain kind of audience. But Bejoy Nambiar has always tried to transcend the boundaries with his writing.So,I had huge expectations on Solo.SO how is it?
Plot: Solo consists of four different segments that do not have any connection to one another. Through four elements - water, air, fire and earth, they also represent different facets of Lord Siva.
Segment 1: It is the story of Shekar (Dulquer),a stammer and his love story with Radhika,a blind dancer.It showcases their hurdles in society.This segment is labeled as related to water but we do not see any relevance except that,Radhika wishes to go to beach with her husband and to be born daughter.
This story is clichéd and Dhansika's cute performance is the major pro of this segment.Music is good and Dulquer's performance is neat but he is overshadowed by Dhansika.
Segment 2: It is the story of Trilok (Dulquer),a veterinary doctor who saves a person who got injured in an accident but there lies a twist which links to Trilok's wife's death which happened 4 years ago.
This segment is decent thriller with predictable twist which was showcased in a good way.Dulquer's performance is very good in this segment.Shortest segment of the film.
Segment 3: It is the story of Shiva (Dulquer),who is a gangster and takes care of his brother Sidhdhu.Unfortunately Shiva's father gets murdered and Shiva goes to Mumbai to avenge his father's death.
This segment is the most stylish one of all the segments.Even if the segment is clichéd,the stylish taking and Dulquer's amazing performance with striking background score makes this the best of 4.
Segment 4: No Words....The weirdest and the dumbest segment in the film.
So,Solo is a rare attempt of anthology genre in Indian Cinema which was only partly successful with inconsistency in segments and irrelevant labels.
My rating 6.25/10
Plot: Solo consists of four different segments that do not have any connection to one another. Through four elements - water, air, fire and earth, they also represent different facets of Lord Siva.
Segment 1: It is the story of Shekar (Dulquer),a stammer and his love story with Radhika,a blind dancer.It showcases their hurdles in society.This segment is labeled as related to water but we do not see any relevance except that,Radhika wishes to go to beach with her husband and to be born daughter.
This story is clichéd and Dhansika's cute performance is the major pro of this segment.Music is good and Dulquer's performance is neat but he is overshadowed by Dhansika.
Segment 2: It is the story of Trilok (Dulquer),a veterinary doctor who saves a person who got injured in an accident but there lies a twist which links to Trilok's wife's death which happened 4 years ago.
This segment is decent thriller with predictable twist which was showcased in a good way.Dulquer's performance is very good in this segment.Shortest segment of the film.
Segment 3: It is the story of Shiva (Dulquer),who is a gangster and takes care of his brother Sidhdhu.Unfortunately Shiva's father gets murdered and Shiva goes to Mumbai to avenge his father's death.
This segment is the most stylish one of all the segments.Even if the segment is clichéd,the stylish taking and Dulquer's amazing performance with striking background score makes this the best of 4.
Segment 4: No Words....The weirdest and the dumbest segment in the film.
So,Solo is a rare attempt of anthology genre in Indian Cinema which was only partly successful with inconsistency in segments and irrelevant labels.
My rating 6.25/10