While the setting is specific to India, the story of a child’s obsession and the "death" of an old medium resonates with film lovers globally. Critical Reception
Set in a remote village in Saurashtra, Gujarat, the story follows Samay, a nine-year-old boy who falls head-over-heels in love with cinema. After bribing a projectionist named Fazal to let him watch movies for free from the projection booth, Samay’s life transforms into a quest to capture and control light. While the setting is specific to India, the
The film received a standing ovation at the Tribeca Film Festival and won the Golden Spike at the Valladolid International Film Festival. Critics have compared it to the Italian classic Cinema Paradiso , noting its deep soul and technical brilliance. The film received a standing ovation at the
While the film is available in various formats and dubbed versions (like Hindi), the original Gujarati version is highly recommended to fully appreciate the authentic dialogue and the local "Saurashtra" flavor that gives the story its grounding. the story follows Samay