I had just passed out of school when Being Cyrus found its way into my life. It was one of the first films I had seen in the film hall without my parents being around. Saif Ali Khan had worked his magic in Omkara and Being Cyrus was even better. Overnight everyone was talking about Homi Adajania - A name to look out for in the world of good cinema. He had brought surrealism into Bollywood with such dexterity it surprised not just me.
And then he disappeared! And worse still he returned withCocktail! A film full of stereotypes no one expected out of a director who had previously managed to narrate a story which touched you in ways you could not express in words! So honestly speaking I had written him off.
However, a few months previously someone told me about Finding Fanny. I watched the trailer and dared to dream for another surprise package from Homi. And I wouldn't be exaggerating if I say that yes, the man is back with his skill and talent all combined in a film which takes you on a journey which is something you can only experience not speak about in words.
Just like when you try to describe your favourite scent in words it becomes more elusive, just like when you try to express how the sunlight in your classroom made you feel homesick and you realize that it's just not possible to share that feeling with someone else, similarly, now that I'm writing a review for Finding Fanny I don't know exactly what words to use to describe exactly what that film makes you feel.
This is the story of four Goans who have given up on love and life and the journey they undertake to rediscover Ferdie's (Nasirddin Shah) long lost sweetheart. They are further joined by an artist who acts as the catalyst that is always needed to discover true love. And that's what helps Ferdie realize that it's time to stop living in the past regretting what could have been.
It's a story which doesn't over bear on you. It's a story which grows on you slowly and steadily without you even realizing how much you are taking back from it.
Finding Fanny firstly and primarily is commendable for the amazing and extraordinary performances that its actors have delivered. Dimple Kapadia is I think the most versatile actress ever. She is pure evil when she wants to be so and absolutely pitiable and adorable at the same time. Nasiruddin Shah plays a very lovable and lost old postman and he, as always is beyond criticism.
Pankaj Kapoor is bizarre, enigmatic and loathsome all at the same time. Deepika Padukone surprisingly manages to hold her own in a film which is full of such powerful performances. This is the first time I feel like praising the most successful Bollywood actress of recent times. But the most disappointing performance was no doubt Arjun Kapoor. He definitely looked the part. His face, his vacant look etc. worked really well for the character he plays but when it comes to acting he seems really awkward as compared to the other actors.
Finding Fanny will take you on a very different journey that you will no doubt love. But the point is, do you like being taken down unfamiliar roads? Finding Fanny is not your regular Bollywood entertainer. It's a film which reminded me of how it felt to read a story written by Marquez. It's full of nostalgia; it's about unusual characters and their unusual experiences. If you like satires, if you like dark humour and if you like films which are subtle then don't miss it.
But please don't go expecting a masala film out of Finding Fanny because you will be disappointed. And let me remind you before I sign off that the entire film is in English. So if you are the kind of person who can take the polished nuances of Finding Fanny then I feel happy for you. This will be a good weekend for you.
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