After a teen labor activist's killer walks free, reporter Shahbaz Bhatti questions the verdict and investigates. His search uncovers conflicting evidence and exposes harsh realities of child... Read allAfter a teen labor activist's killer walks free, reporter Shahbaz Bhatti questions the verdict and investigates. His search uncovers conflicting evidence and exposes harsh realities of child labor in 1990s Pakistan.After a teen labor activist's killer walks free, reporter Shahbaz Bhatti questions the verdict and investigates. His search uncovers conflicting evidence and exposes harsh realities of child labor in 1990s Pakistan.
- Awards
- 3 wins & 1 nomination total
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This directorial debut is a rare gem amongst the era filled with fantasy dramas. Its a compelling film on child labor with a historical but still relevant incident, the poignant narrative sheds light on the harsh reality faced by countless young lives. The stellar cast delivers powerful performances, breathing life into the characters and amplifying the emotional impact. The film skillfully navigates the complexities of the issue, urging viewers to reflect on the societal challenges surrounding child labor. Its indeed a thought-provoking and socially relevant piece that not only entertains but also prompts contemplation on a critical subject.
Syed Muhammad Ali is a great actor and he did a great job in gunal his acting is outstanding marvelous and his expression and dilouge delivey is great director made a good decision to casted him and he gave his 100%😍😍 and all cast did a great job and crew also editor director camera man everyone should watch it its based on true events it's the best movie in 2023 I've watched i had no idea when i made a decision to watch it but when I've watch I'm very proud that pakistan can also makes a good films and good script we want these types of films and cast after Fazal hussain and zuhab khan I've no ides that we see a great child actor but after watch syed muhammad ali i feel so proud.
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Beautifully played, worth every minute
English/ urdu subtitles should be mentioned for in between punjabi dialogues
Otherwise it was amazing, great thriller and great story line -
Never expected it would have so much suspense
The role played by the journalist is incredibly amazing, the boy who played irfan mashig he also did a beautiful job- I recommend everybody to watch this film - it is overall a great movie.i would watch it on repeat but will never feel tired of it. The suspense kept me on the edge of the seat and I really enjoyed the high and low suspense that kept the movie alive and along with some humor by the journalist.
I wasn't sure what to expect when I started this movie but it captured me from the beginning with its beautiful cinematography then drew me in with the story. Just when I thought I knew where it was going, it shifted and added a new and compelling layer. What I loved most is that it gave me knew ways of looking at the issue of child labor and economic development around the world - not just in Pakistan, but in a global sense. As easy as it would be to think this is an isolated problem, it faces all countries. I admire the courage and honesty it takes to pursue such a story in one's own backyard. But simply, it was a beautifully told story about the complexities of human nature, the choices that confront us and who we'd like to be in the world vs who we really are, as well as the larger world we live in itself. Done with compassion, grace, but also a fierceness. Finally, not to miss the symbolism of the title. We live in complicated times where we want there to be clear good and evil, but the reality is so tangled. Somehow, I still felt an element of hope, at the end of the movie in spite of the fact that we face unsolvable and perennial problems. A reminder that there will always be people willing to fight, to speak up, and to tell stories. I'm so glad I got to see the film.
I wish we can make and promote more movies like these. The movie has stayed with me ever since I watched it. What a quality work. Ahmed is just phenomenal and so are the other cast members. From Irfan Masih role to even the policmen role, everybody played it very well. They story was true so the justice was done by filmmakers in a great way. Hope to see more of such Cinema in Pakistan. The cinema will grow and mature from such movies. Despite no marketing this movie can promote its idea in various ways. I wish industry encourages such movies in more celebrated ways. We should be proud to have such film makers in Pakistan.
Did you know
- Trivia"Gunjal" is inspired by actual events in the life of child labor activist Iqbal Masih. The film offers a fictional narrative based on his courageous journey.
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- Runtime2 hours 17 minutes
- Color
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