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Island City

6.4/10
(216 Votes)
6.4/10
(216 Votes)
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1h 51mComedy,DramaU2 Sep, 2016
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Island City

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The film follows three comic-dramatic stories set in Mumbai. The first is about a diligent office worker who wins the office `Fun Committee Award`, which entitles him to a whole day full of fun. He is most reluctant to leave the safety of his cubicle but he has to. Prescribed fun modules have to be completed and non-compliance is not an option.

The second story begins with a domineering head-of-the-family, Anil, who is on life support. Seeking some relief, his family decides to buy a TV, which Anil had banned. Now every night the family plugs into a popular soap whose hero, Purshottam, is a man ideal in every way and they are smitten. Then suddenly, comes the news that Anil is better and may be home soon. Will they have to let Purshottam go? The third one centers on Aarti whose repetitive existence is slowly making her more and more mechanical and numb. Deep inside ferments a disconnect and unease that she is unable to articulate to anyone. Then one day there arrives a most intimate letter and everything changes...

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25 reviews

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Island City
Pratul Jain
Booked on
2/10
Island City

Completely eccentric.. Total non sense.. I wish i could get my money back.. AVOID.. I wonder how people make such movies.. Its 0/5 .. Save your money  ...more

8 Years ago
Island City
Shikha
2/10
Island City

if u want to expierence how an entire hall can be booked only for u, then it is a must watch movie for u.enjoy the empty hall space with your movie... ...more

8 Years ago
Island City
p
10/10
Island City

beautiful film. captures the myriad hues of the city and it's people. recommended watch for everyone. do catch it soon. good films rarely stick at Ind ...more

8 Years ago
Island City
Nidhi Modi
Booked on
2/10
Island City

Stupid waste of time . Crap movie. Dont waste your time . Given me a headache . How can they make such crap. Expected more from vinay pathak

8 Years ago
A must see dark comedy
Anshul
10/10
A must see dark comedy

It's amazing to see such movies coming out of India! Amazing performances from some of my favourite actors, some surreal and dark tones paired with  ...more

8 Years ago

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Island City: Film Review – Raw, Satirical, Gloomy, Ironic
BMS Reviewer
7/10
Island City: Film Review – Raw, Satirical, Gloomy, Ironic

Verdict: An unhurried and first-hand representation of ordinary citizens with some intriguing stories to say. Written and directed by Ruchika Oberoi,  ...more

Island City
NDTV
8/10
Island City

Laced with sly wit and captivating storytelling feints, Island City touches heights that Hindi films do only once in a blue moon. It is absolutely unm ...more

Island City
Times of India
7/10
Island City

Mumbai has been the muse of various filmmakers for the longest time. The pulse of the metropolis is the indomitable spirit of Mumbaikars, who rise lik ...more

Island City
Hindustan Times
7/10
Island City

Ruchika Oberois multiple award-winning film is a tale of people who have become islands in themselves. They live, exist and operate within a city, yet ...more

Island City
The Indian Express
5/10
Island City

There are several striking visuals in Ruchika Oberois maiden venture which instantly communicate its central theme of dystopian alienation: a large ci ...more

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