Archive · 17 Jun 2025
Mumbai Dichotomy Sparked Debate at NCPA Screening
Imagine a movie about Mumbai that shows its contrasts.
After the screening, people talked about the movie.
Some thought it was too dark, others appreciated the use of darkness to represent the characters' life.
They discussed whether the story was confusing, but the director's idea was to focus on feelings, not a clear story line.
The movie lets you see the world from a different perspective.
A screening of 'All We Imagine As Light' was held at NCPA.
The discussion centered on the film's use of light and linearity.
Film critic Shubhra Gupta hosted the discussion.
Audience members debated the cinematography's darkness and disjointed storytelling.
The film explores themes of Mumbai's dichotomy and female experiences.
- Who
- SCREEN Film Club, audience members, and film critic Shubhra Gupta.
- What
- A discussion following the screening of 'All We Imagine As Light'.
- When
- Monday evening.
- Where
- National Centre of Performing Arts (NCPA).
- Why
- To discuss the film's artistic choices and audience interpretations.
Critiques of Film's Technical Choices
Alternative Viewpoints
Cinematography Interpretation
Critiques of Film's Technical Choices
Some felt the cinematography was excessively dark, disagreeing with the depiction of light.
Alternative Viewpoints
Others found the darkness symbolic of the characters' lives and the sought-after light.
Narrative Structure
Critiques of Film's Technical Choices
Certain audience members found the narrative structure disjointed and not ideally executed.
Alternative Viewpoints
Conversely, other attendees perceived the nonlinear approach as purposeful, emphasizing emotional progression.
- Film Title
- All We Imagine As Light
- Event
- SCREEN Film Club screening
- Location
- National Centre of Performing Arts (NCPA)
- Film Critic
- Shubhra Gupta
- Cinematographer
- Ranabir Das