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Lakshmi
Critic reviews and ratings
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...a powerfully told inspirational tale that doesn’t brush the brutal reality of sexual exploitation under the rug.
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...a very difficult and intense watch - for women, for sure, and hopefully for men too.
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...a heart-rending tale that ought to be told.
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The worst part of Lakshmi is that it isn’t just a story. When you come out of it, you will forever be plagued by the knowledge that evil does exist in this world and we, as a society, are only enabling it.
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It makes you cringe for important reasons though, and must be watched for its relentless pursuit of relevance and authenticity.
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It’s heartening to see women’s issues being taken up by filmmakers, and what Lakshmi lacks in storytelling, it makes up with intention and sincerity.
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Honestly, I can’t wholeheartedly recommend Lakshmi. In places, it’s repulsive and yet, it demands to be seen. So you decide for yourselves.
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...a powerful film and is packed with powerful performances...
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...says nothing new, but stuns you into silence with its emotional and intellectual clarity.
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...based on a harrowing true story, is a thought-provoking, disturbing film told with heartbreaking detail and a narrative that is so raw and ruthlessly realistic, it often becomes repulsive.
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...a story that's disturbing, shocking but a courageous effort. Watch this movie for stellar performances.
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...isn’t a film for the weak-hearts; the gut-wrenching film requires courage to be watched!
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...let's not confuse the issue with the film, which is well-intentioned yet typical.
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A gritty film that works largely because of the subject and sensitive treatment if you have the stomach for gore.
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A film with heart and piety, Lakshmi suffers because of its cloying literality.
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You walk into the movie theatre somewhat sure that this will be handled sensitively by someone who has made tender, touching movies like Dor and Iqbal. Alas, that is not to be.
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The real-life Lakshmi deserved better.
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It's one thing to show torture on screen to make viewers cringe at the violence. It's quite another if viewers feel like they have seen a film which is filled with unforgivably cringeworthy moments.
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