In his debut feature, Karan Kandhari presents 'Sister Midnight,' a black-comic horror set in Mumbai that artfully captures the comic yet unsettling reality of arranged marriage. The film, shot by Sverre Srdal and designed by Shruti Gupte, follows Uma, played by Radhika Apte, as she navigates her new life as a housewife. Her husband Gopal lacks communication skills, leading to an increasingly surreal and intimate horror experience for Uma. While the film may lose focus towards the end, its unique blend of humor and commentary on marital horror resonates with viewers, drawing comparisons to the works of Wes Anderson and Polanski.
Sister Midnight cleverly blends black comedy and horror to explore the dark realities of marriage, particularly arranged marriages, through its protagonist's surreal experiences in Mumbai.
Karan Kandhari's debut film uses deadpan humor and striking visuals to comment on the complexities of relationships, drawing inspiration from iconic directors like Wes Anderson and Polanski.
Radhika Apte's character, Uma, embodies the confused struggle of a woman stepping into an arranged marriage, highlighting the feelings of entrapment and disconnection.
The film’s unsettling atmosphere and drollery effectively convey the depth of existential dread felt by Uma, as she grapples with her new reality and identity.
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