Baishe Shrabon

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Again a little late in reviewing the film since it has been some time the movie has been released and has garnered a fair share of appreciation. Infact, his (Srijit's) another in line Hemlock Society has already released too. But none the less, it is never too late to review a different film. Set as a crime thriller the film really moves beyond the ordain and creates an epitaph of glory which is lost and eventually found. Srijit's research and storyline in this context is indeed fascinating. The backdrop of poetry and that of Hungryalist Movement and the kind of contribution made by the contemporaries of this period is inextricable.
The plot is taut and though at times it does seem to meander into Parambrata's personal life, yet it comes back into the main theme quickly. Prosenjit stands out as the failed, suspended and the drunk cop, Parambrato as the officer on the job and there is Goutam Ghosh in a role of a lost poet trying to find his foothold. Raima is OK but has by now gone into this typecast mould which started with her role in Bong Connection. 
The movie is good and there are the moments, but in the end it seems to me, a question that keeps coming back, something is missing and what is that? Fine acting, good script, great music and the contextual element in place. But, something seems to be missing? With Autograph, Srijit did make a fine debut, to me there too the film never really seemed to stand out. Probably, to much meandering around the periphery. Also, I always prefer the classic film making approach of keeping it simple. Also to me was a more sublime approach. With Baise Srabon, Srijit is in better grip of the situation, yet to me something seemed amiss. What can that be? Greater depth in the characters? More and more tighter screenplay? A focused script (does not seem a major issue, as there is a presence of a strong storyline!)? I do not know how to answer this?
The pluses in the movie; the dilemma of Parombroto (he seems to have developed a kind of expertise on this), Gautam Ghose looks good in parts and of course their is Prosenjit. 
Music is good and Jao Ghobire too me stands out. Anupam Roy in his first outing as music director makes a valiant effort. 
The movie is a first time must see, and Srijit does stand out for his ability to handle complex subjects and genres, which is where I like to give the man his due. Beyond the mundane and inordinate, there is a promise that makes one tends to acknowledge and admire. Srijit, we wait Hemlock Society!

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