Loev
- 2015
- 1h 32min
VALUTAZIONE IMDb
5,9/10
2914
LA TUA VALUTAZIONE
Aggiungi una trama nella tua linguaA weekend trip between friends takes a sudden turn, making them each question what love is and what it means to them.A weekend trip between friends takes a sudden turn, making them each question what love is and what it means to them.A weekend trip between friends takes a sudden turn, making them each question what love is and what it means to them.
- Premi
- 2 vittorie e 7 candidature totali
Shiv Panditt
- Jai
- (as Shiv Pandit)
Rishab Chadha
- Aditya
- (as Rishabh R Chaddha)
- …
Recensioni in evidenza
I had to come to Imdb to understand exactly what I watched. I saw three people in relationships but could not quite get a grasp of exactly who meant what to whom.
Now, that is not necessarily a bad thing. Often ambiguity adds another layer of meaning to a film. And I think that was the intent of thIs film. In this case, the relationship of the two friends-one in Mumbai an a short visit from New York-had a lot of backstory that we keep thinking is going to be revealed. We get fragments of information about each character, but they're random and incidental. There is nothing particularly defining about their status or in fact the purpose of their visit. We're given explanations of sorts, but they seem inadequate given the scope of the story we're being told.
I have mixed feelings about this film. The relationships of men who love one another feel modern and authentic. Motivation for the behavior of the characters is less clear, and that lack of clarity leaves me somewhat unsatisfied. I'm okay with filling in the blanks in films like this because sometimes what is unsaid can be more powerful than spelling things out precisely. In this case, I think we needed just a bit more.
Other reviews raise red flags over the sexual violence in the film. They seem to object to its inclusion, as if by depicting it, and the characters' reaction to it, social responsibility has been breached. I think that's naive. This kind of thing happens, and some people react to it the same way the characters do here. We don't like it, we don't like seeing it, but trying to wish it away doesn't help anybody. It is a major plot point and omitting it would have left even bigger holes in the story.
I don't regret watching this film, but I don't think I would recommend it. There are other gay themed films out there that cover this territory much better. However, if you're Indian and eager to see something modern about gay life set in India, you may we'll find it compelling.
Now, that is not necessarily a bad thing. Often ambiguity adds another layer of meaning to a film. And I think that was the intent of thIs film. In this case, the relationship of the two friends-one in Mumbai an a short visit from New York-had a lot of backstory that we keep thinking is going to be revealed. We get fragments of information about each character, but they're random and incidental. There is nothing particularly defining about their status or in fact the purpose of their visit. We're given explanations of sorts, but they seem inadequate given the scope of the story we're being told.
I have mixed feelings about this film. The relationships of men who love one another feel modern and authentic. Motivation for the behavior of the characters is less clear, and that lack of clarity leaves me somewhat unsatisfied. I'm okay with filling in the blanks in films like this because sometimes what is unsaid can be more powerful than spelling things out precisely. In this case, I think we needed just a bit more.
Other reviews raise red flags over the sexual violence in the film. They seem to object to its inclusion, as if by depicting it, and the characters' reaction to it, social responsibility has been breached. I think that's naive. This kind of thing happens, and some people react to it the same way the characters do here. We don't like it, we don't like seeing it, but trying to wish it away doesn't help anybody. It is a major plot point and omitting it would have left even bigger holes in the story.
I don't regret watching this film, but I don't think I would recommend it. There are other gay themed films out there that cover this territory much better. However, if you're Indian and eager to see something modern about gay life set in India, you may we'll find it compelling.
I recently watched Loev, and it was a very compelling experience. You get the feeling that you have watched something heartfelt, honest and complex. The film is visually stunning and has great performances by all the cast. It captures the subtle nuances of friendship, love & longing, while its realistic tone and quirky humor make the film very relatable. A must watch for everyone.
This is a case where the film's format and style do not quite match the complications of its narrative. It could either have been this immersive, intimate portrait of two people never quite getting on the same boat, all while having this roadtrip... but it was bogged down by messier elements. Sudhansu Saria made a decent debut though, and actors Dhruv Ganesh, Shiv Pandit and Siddharth Menon were fantastic and magnetic on screen.
Sidenote: I am very devastated to learn about Dhruv
Sidenote: I am very devastated to learn about Dhruv
As a gay man living in NYC (not Indian) - I was blown away by this beautiful and powerful film. While one might think this is a simple love/struggle story - it is not. I travel to India twice a year for work. I have been to the country 14 times. Indian culture views homosexuality a crime -- making this story even more powerful. It was also great to see some of the beautiful Indian country side. Do not miss this film.
10cekadah
In my opinion Director/writer Sudhanshu Saria has made a stunningly beautiful film of exotic beauty in almost every scene contrasting with a culture so fixated on its societal expectation and traditions that it wants the modern world around them but cannot enjoy it.
What I'm trying to say is Sahil, Alex, and Jai's friendship/romance/sexual desires cannot go any where because the ancient cultural demands won't allow this -- but the modern technical world is welcomed without the freedom of being that comes with it. There are scenes of such natural beauty that the men can only express themselves by enjoying the scenery together. The frustration level is high and at movies end the viewer sees what the friends really wanted.
I realize this is a complex take on this beautiful film but I had to express it because the story made me think what is the director trying to tell the viewer.
What I'm trying to say is Sahil, Alex, and Jai's friendship/romance/sexual desires cannot go any where because the ancient cultural demands won't allow this -- but the modern technical world is welcomed without the freedom of being that comes with it. There are scenes of such natural beauty that the men can only express themselves by enjoying the scenery together. The frustration level is high and at movies end the viewer sees what the friends really wanted.
I realize this is a complex take on this beautiful film but I had to express it because the story made me think what is the director trying to tell the viewer.
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- QuizActor Dhruv Ganesh, who plays the role of Sahil, passed away when the film was in post production. He died of tuberculosis at the age of 29.
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- Tempo di esecuzione
- 1h 32min(92 min)
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- 1.78 : 1
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