Cast: Amit Sadh, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Pamela Bhutoria, and others
Director: Mihir Kalpana Lath
Language: Hindi
Available on: Jio Cinemas
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Amit Sadh’s starrer Ghuspaith–Beyond Borders narrates the story of Manav, a photojournalist who is working in a country ravaged by militancy and a dire refugee crisis.
Amit Sadh’s performance stands out as he convincingly portrays the character while understanding his plight. The audience can feel his struggles and anxiousness throughout the film. His journey, while escaping the treacherous borders and the merciless Mujahideen bandits, gives us a vivid image of the uncertainty and danger faced by those documenting the crisis.
Ghuspaith–Beyond Borders, a 30-minute short film, efficiently reflects multiple aspects – human trafficking, smuggling, and illegal cattle trade while adding depth to the narrative. It portrays the exact situation of people in these war-torn regions. The climax adds suspense and tension. It is well-executed and stays with the audience even after the film is over.
What stands out?
The performances by Amit Sadh, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, and Pamela Bhutoria, are exceptional and real. They made the characters look real and you can feel their agony and situation.
Written and directed by Mihir Lath, ‘Ghuspaith–Beyond Borders’ draws inspiration from the life and work of Danish Siddiqui, a Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist who tragically lost his life in 2021 while covering the Taliban and Afghan Special Forces clashes.
Verdict
This is a moving and thought-provoking tale that is able to do justice to the sacrifices of photojournalist Danish Siddiqui. Ghuspaith–Beyond Borders deserves recognition and is a must-watch.