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The Railway Men: The Untold Story of Bhopal 1984 (2023)
Real vs. Reel: The Railway Men - Untold Story of Bhopal
The series "The Railway Men" dramatizes the tragic events surrounding the Bhopal gas tragedy of 1984, highlighting the heroic efforts of railway workers during the disaster. While the series offers a compelling narrative, certain elements are fictionalized or dramatized for storytelling purposes. Here's a breakdown of the facts vs. The dramatizations:
1. Curtis S. Tyson's Report Published Before the Incident
- **Reel:** The series suggests that Curtis S. Tyson, a scientist or investigator, published a report in May 1984 warning about the dangers of methyl isocyanate (MIC) before the disaster.
- **Real:** There is no record of Curtis S. Tyson publishing any such report before the Bhopal incident. Tyson's involvement is documented only after the tragedy, where he contributed to understanding the causes and consequences of the disaster. Therefore, the portrayal of an advance warning from Tyson is a fictional element.
2. Cherry Red Discoloration Found in Victims' Lungs
- **Reel:** The series depicts victims of the gas leak exhibiting "cherry red discoloration" in their lungs, a characteristic associated with carbon monoxide poisoning.
- **Real:** Cherry red discoloration is indeed a sign of carbon monoxide poisoning, not methyl isocyanate poisoning. MIC affects the respiratory system, causing severe damage to the lungs and eyes, but the specific symptom of cherry red discoloration is not typically associated with MIC exposure. This detail appears to be a creative embellishment in the series.
3. Sikh Riots and Post-Effects
- **Reel:** The series portrays the Bhopal tragedy occurring shortly after the assassination of Indira Gandhi and the ensuing anti-Sikh riots, suggesting that the social and political turmoil of the time influenced the response to the disaster.
- **Real:** Indira Gandhi was assassinated on October 31, 1984, and the anti-Sikh riots erupted immediately afterward, primarily from November 1-3, 1984. The Bhopal gas tragedy occurred on December 2-3, 1984. While it's true that the country was still dealing with the aftermath of the riots, there is no direct evidence that this specifically affected the handling of the Bhopal disaster. The connection made in the series may be somewhat exaggerated for dramatic effect.
4. Sodium Thiosulfate as an Antidote Discovered in the 1970s
- **Reel:** The series claims that sodium thiosulfate was identified as an antidote for MIC poisoning in the 1970s.
- **Real:** Sodium thiosulfate is an antidote for cyanide poisoning, not specifically for methyl isocyanate. It was known and used well before the 1970s, but its relevance to MIC exposure is limited. The series' suggestion that it was a known antidote for MIC poisoning is inaccurate, and it was not widely used in treating Bhopal victims.
5. Ijtema Pilgrim Event Near the Time of the Incident
- **Reel:** The series highlights the occurrence of the Ijtema, a large Islamic gathering, near the time of the Bhopal disaster, implying that the large number of pilgrims in the city exacerbated the tragedy.
- **Real:** This is true; the Ijtema took place from December 1-3, 1984, just before the gas leak. The influx of pilgrims indeed increased the number of people in Bhopal, making the disaster even more catastrophic. This is a factual representation in the series.
6. Railway Officials' Heroic Actions
- **Reel:** The series portrays various railway officials taking bold and courageous actions to save lives during the disaster, including defying orders and taking the initiative to help those affected.
- **Real:** There are documented accounts of railway officials' heroism during the disaster, such as evacuating trains, providing first aid, and halting incoming trains to prevent further casualties. However, specific characters and their actions, such as Gauri Shankar inspecting Jhansi and then heading to Bhopal, might be dramatized for the series. The overall portrayal of the railway workers' bravery is rooted in fact, though individual actions may have been fictionalized.
7. Max Daunderer and Sodium Thiosulfate
- **Reel:** The series shows Max Daunderer, a German toxicologist, arriving with sodium thiosulfate and being asked to leave.
- **Real:** Dr. Max Daunderer did indeed come to Bhopal with sodium thiosulfate, but his offer to help was reportedly turned down. This event is factual and reflects the mismanagement of the disaster response.
Conclusion "The Railway Men - Untold Story of Bhopal" blends fact with fiction, dramatizing certain aspects to enhance the narrative while also shedding light on the real heroism and tragedy of the Bhopal gas disaster. While the series gets several things right, viewers should be aware of the creative liberties taken in the storytelling process.
Tu Hai Mera Sunday (2016)
Mind Freshnin Movie
Tu Hai Mera Sunday is a heartwarming film about a group of friends who come together to play cricket on Sundays. The film is set in Mumbai, a city that is constantly on the go. The friends find solace in their weekly game of cricket, which provides them with a much-needed break from the hustle and bustle of city life.
The film is directed by Milind Dhaimade, who does a wonderful job of capturing the essence of Mumbai and the bond between friends. The cast is also excellent, with Barun Sobti, Shahana Goswami, and Vishal Malhotra all giving memorable performances.
Tu Hai Mera Sunday is a feel-good film that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired. It is a reminder that even in the most chaotic of cities, there is always room for friendship, love, and laughter.
Here are some of the things I liked about the movie:
* The film is heartwarming and inspiring.
* The cast is excellent.
* The film captures the essence of Mumbai.
Here are some of the things I didn't like about the movie:
* The film is a bit slow at times.
* The ending is a bit predictable.
Overall, I enjoyed Tu Hai Mera Sunday. It is a well-made film with a lot of heart. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a feel-good movie.
Here are some additional thoughts about the movie:
* I liked how the film showed the importance of friendship and community. The friends in the film are all from different walks of life, but they come together to form a strong bond.
* I also liked how the film showed the importance of finding time for leisure and relaxation. In today's fast-paced world, it is easy to get caught up in work and forget to take time for ourselves. The friends in the film make a point of playing cricket every Sunday, and it is clear that this helps them to de-stress and recharge.
* Overall, I thought Tu Hai Mera Sunday was a well-made and enjoyable film. It is a reminder that even in the midst of a busy and chaotic life, it is important to make time for the things that are important to you.
Mini (2022)
Just Average...
Mainak Bhaumik's film, I didn't expected much. It's a family drama, tried to give some new angles. Mimi Chakraborty, Kamalika Banerjee, are good, but seasoned actors expected to give out-of-the-box performance when script is week. The young actor, Ayanna Chatterjee catches audience's eye even from the first poster. But dialogue delivery of extra mature role not properly suited for her. Abrupt mood change, lack of continuation in the plot, effort of showing many events in a short time, killed the family drama. In the climax, use of Rabindrasangeet also doesn't fit with the situation and mood.
Overall it's an one time watch.
Taaza Khabar (2023)
Bhuvan's Breaking Out from Comfort Zone Turns out Average due to Predictable Script
This is Bhuvan Bam's series. Script is written for him, and ofcourse his out-of-confort-zone attempt and appropriate acting must be acknowledged. Other actors also given their best.
But, the script is average and predictable. Common man s leap to become rich, afterwards his high-ego attitude, loosing the loved ones, and finally self-realization is not something we are seeing new. Ending looks like forced. As if, incidents are just happening to close the drama. Scriptwriter should have taken care of this part.
Overall, Bhuvan Bam's fan can watch this, but to a person, who looks for new content every time, it's not recommended.
Rickshaw Girl (2021)
Inspirational Story with some Drawbacks
Fighting with poverty, taking a different way to deal with the odds, we are not watching for first time. But, the speciality of the film is it's casting, direction and storytelling.
Different kinds of allegory has been used like colorful dreamy moments, flying over the top of the city, etc which enhances the viewing experience.
But, the X-factor is missing in the 1 hr 40 min film. Viewers may feel bored in between the slow script. Only making the medium English, it's difficult to broaden the audience, unless you can provide a gripping script. Although the incidents in the film seemed to be real, Novera Rahman's both the looks seems to be perfect, the story flows with bumps. The end scene is too much dramatic and comes suddenly so that audience couldn't connect with it.
But, it's good for 1 time watch.
Pareeksha (2020)
Average, not much realistic
In short words, it's an average film which shows struggle of a low income family for their only child. From Prakash Jha we have obtained much better movies such as "Matto Ki Saikil". But, in this movie, everything seems to be more cinematic and less realistic. From the admission to school, struggling in adjustment with rich classmates, exceptionally helpful IPS officer, or, finally, principal's agreement by a long speech, whatever you say, audience can't get attached with the incidents.
Acting of Adil Hussein is exceptionally perfect. Which is the most positive point of the movie. Other aspects such as, direction, flow, background score, all are average.
Mayashalik (2022)
New Generation Love Story
In a short, the movie is inspired from the Japanese movie, "Your Name", but it's ofcourse not a cheap copy. Except the main concept, everything has been changed. Director has added the bengali flavor, made the chatecters by himself, actors tried their best. Specifically, freshness of Sadia Ayman, keeps the audience spellbound. Ziaul Apurba's acting was perfect. Choosing of location, background score is above average. Background score is average. Explanation of the time line crossing can be explained in a more detailed way for better understanding. Someone may found some loopholes and contradictions if they dig into the science fiction concepts.
Ananta (The Eternal) (2022)
Must Watch for Intellectual Movie Lovers.
First of all, this movie is not for the mass audience, who will like massla movie.
I could say it's a masterpiece, unless it's highly inspired from the movie "In the mood for love ". But, that doesn't infer the quality of the movie.
The background score is innovative and excellent. From the ticking of clock, fainted sound of hammering to the sound of river water flow or bird chirping inside jungle, it always goes with the mood of the movie. Acting of Ritwik Chakraborty and Sohini Sarkar are superb. The characters doesn't have much dialogue, so just by facial expression, this kind of performance is undoubtedly magnificent. Final positive point is cinematography. The way director used the sets, props and light, viewers stay amazed.
Finally, as the movie is about to feel, it's not about the storyline, it could be made shorter, I personally think that could be more appropriate.
But it is able to take the audience to a different world, a dream world, away from the fast and furious, rat racing real situations!
Physics Wallah (2022)
Authentic story of Alakh Pandey
Physics Wallah, the story of Alakh Pandey, is a refreshing, web series in the era of crime thrillers. It is certainly a great, inspiring narrative, because of mainly two things.
Firstly, the authenticity of the storyline. Almost everything shown in the movie, are actually real. Unnecessary cinematic drama didn't introduced. Even the names of the characters used in the series, are real.
Secondly, the style of storytelling, direction, and, ofcourse background score.
I believe that the acting can be a bit better, but, fluent script never makes the audience bored. I recommend this for everyone, specifically for the strugglers and open minded people who like to do something from their own.
Karnasubarner Guptodhon (2022)
Expected Sonada Franchise, nothing new.
The freshness Sonada franchise gave in the first movie, Guptodhoner Sondhane, gave in 2018, in the third installment, it's becoming predictable, and, some extent boring. Probably all the viewers know the flow of the film, the climax, and, the same comic vibes. Frankly, now Abir's (Arjun Chakraborty), Sonada's (Abir Chatterjee) swag, and, Jhinuk's (Isha Saha) fresh romanticism is not giving the old vibes.
Rajatava Dutta, Saurabh Das, have tried their best, though the script seems to be inappropriate. Criminals never does such stupid things, that even a 10 years old kid even knows. Some comedy came in slapstick form.
Songs are nice, beauty of Bengal is shown in a good way, but overall it's an average film.
Raani (2021)
One time watch, sci fi and suspense didn't mixed well
I'd mark it as average movie. Raghavendra Kathare's directional debut represents his inexperience.
If I tell the story without spoiler, then, a village girl, named Raani, comes to prostitution, due to sudden family hazards. But a policeman mistaken her with seems to be another girl name Sangeeta. For further, you need to see the movie.
Coming to plus points of the movie, it comes as a suspense thriller, which works to some extent. But, when the suspense is over, the story becomes flat. Audience will loose interest, as, the climax is well predicted. One and half hour movie can be presented within just one hour. The movie initially was fast but afterwards it becomes slow, which is definitely the problem of the direction. The science fiction part is seems to be copied from Hollywood movie.
Movie lovers can watch this for one time.
Salaam Venky (2022)
Good movie with average script
Movie is good, but, it could be much better. Whenever, a movie is made on real incident, mature audience wants to know how much it depicts with the actual facts.
And here the salaam venky failed. Unnecessary synthetic emotions suppressed the originality. Some stereotype Bollywood masala killed an excellent show. As Kolavennu Venkatesh donated his eyes, so, the film forcefully introduced his blind girlfriend, who gets his donated eyes in the climax ! This is just one example. Aamir Khan's character is forcefully introduced. No ultimate meaning.
Acting is good, songs are good. Vishal Jethwa, after Mardaani 2, gives great performance. Riddhi Kumar is refreshing and really looking like Kajol's daughter.
Finally it's a well made movie but the script I'll rate very poor.
Sohorer Upokotha (2021)
Watch the movie alone to understand and enjoy
One of the great movie in bengali in recent times.
On one side it presents the hypocrisy and non-moral activities of the society, on the other hand, it presents the dwell between the life and death.
Actors have done their role properly, specially the voice modulation of subhasish mukherjee was just awesome. Background score good. Direction is 7 out of 10. Songs are memorable. The ending ( I won't say a climax !) also gives a smooth finish.
Its advised to watch the play baki itihas by badal sarkar before watching this movie. It will help in understanding the philosophy behind it.
Recommend for the mature audience only!
Mohomaya (2021)
Not recommended at all
Watch this series only if you want to be unlimitedly bored and finally psycho. After watching this series, I'll think twice before watching Kamaleswar Mukherjee creations.
Chaman Bahaar (2020)
Nice watch
A bit slow. But ultimately it gives good feelings, and the last seen is the cherry on the cake. Jeetu is awesome as usual and the back bone of the movie. The direction could be improved.
Dubey Ji and the Boys (2018)
Just an adult comedy.
3 point for Dybeyji ! Brijendra Kala is appropriate. Otherwise it's just a cheap level adult comedy.
Overacting in many places. Far below rated compared to the recent web series.
Pabitra Puppies (2020)
Storyline with huge loopholes
3 star for the acting. Overall it's waste of time. Storyline has so many loopholes. Direction is also not appropriate. Videography is good compared to the other lockdown series.
Phone-a-Friend (2020)
Not up to the expectation
An ordinary love story and barely a sci fi. Should be more tech related.
Panchayat (2020)
Signature style by TVF
You must take this motorbike ride with Jeetu towards the rural roads of India.