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3 Reason Why You Should Catch 'Gattu' this Weekend!

By InCinemas / 06 Feb 2014 (Thursday)

As part of SFS (Singapore Film Society) Talkies, highly-acclaimed Hindi film 'Gattu' will be screening at The Arts House this weekend!

Gattu
Date: 8 Feb - 9 Feb 2014
Venue: Screening Room, The Arts House (Nearest MRT station: Clarke Quay / City Hall)
Rating: PG
Runtime: 82 minutes
Language: Hindi with English subtitles
Ticket Price:

Regular - $12
Student - $10
Seniors - $10
SFS Members - $8.50
Arts House Members: $8.50

(Purchase your tickets at Bytes here!)

And here are 3 simple reason why you should catch it...

1) It's NOT AN ART-HOUSE FILM

Contrary to popular belief, not all films that are screened in The Arts House denotes an 'artsy' film or 'too complicated I won't be able to understand' film. Gattu is funny, enjoyable and thought-provoking at the same time.

This film cleverly touches on compelling issues such as poverty and education, while unleashing your inner child with innocence and humour, it also reaffirms the belief that one should chase your dreams against all odds.

2) The treatment of the film is excellent

Expect a variety of beautiful shots in the film, great pace of the story and an excellent development on the characters' journey to achieve his dreams.

3) Viewers of all ages can enjoy 'Gattu'

Gattu screened in many film festivals including the Berlin Film Festival, Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival and even at the International Children's Film Festival in 2011! The film received positive reception and is loved by critics and viewers all over the world.

It's been quite a while since I've caught a good film and this is one that I personally will highly-recommend!

[Synopsis]
In a nation that is obsessed with flying kites, the story is set in a small town in Central India, where a nine-year-old orphan, Gattu works in his uncle's garbage-recycling business. The blue skies above the town is dominated by a black kite named 'Kali' with mysterious origins.

An illiterate street boy of small built and a humble background, Gattu never succumbs to defeat as he aims to beat Kali and become the best kite fighter. One way to bring down Kali is to find the highest ground, which happens to be the rooftop of a school. With wit, charisma and charm, Gattu manages to wriggle his way into the school where he assumes command of a small but determined group of pupils. A dramatic battle of the skies ensues during which Gattu uses every trick in the book to claim the lead. But his greatest achievement is when, tested of his friendship with his new-found comrades, he decides to bravely step out and tells the truth.

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3 Reason Why You Should Catch 'Gattu' this Weekend!