About the movie
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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Summary of 25 reviews.
Pratul Jain
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
Shikha
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
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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
Nidhi Modi
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
Anshul
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
Critic reviews
BMS Reviewer
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
NDTV
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
Times of India
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
Hindustan Times
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
The Indian Express
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