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Boot Polish (2007)
Bollywood Melodramatic short - The Asian Joe Wright
Overall, Boot Polish is a very good visual short film. A simple story, good performances and breathtaking cinematography.
Ahmad has shown talent, following the footsteps of other romantic feature film directors such as Joe Wright.
The young boy was absolutely fantastic, and the girl who played the courtesan, even though some of her performance may be seen as melodramatic, really did a good job.
Clearly influences are drawn from Merchant Ivory productions, melodramatic period dramas and of course classic Bollywood.
The cinematography in this short was excellent, especially the dance sequence and as well as the boy running.
The musical score was fantastic and it really pulled some of the emotional scenes to perfection.
But not all movies are perfect. This is no exception. I found some parts, especially in the beginning. The beating of the boy was slightly disturbing.
Also, the plot is slightly simple. But, if you are a melodrama or Bollywood fan, this is your movie.
Aneel Ahmad has all the trade marks of becoming a very successful British film director. I have read that he wants to follow in the steps of David Lean.
If he continues working to this standard he will full fill his potential.