Andhadhun
2018 · Directed by Sriram Raghavan
Original language: Hindi
- crime
- mystery
- thriller
- comedy
The story
A series of mysterious events changes the life of a blind pianist who now must report a crime that was actually never witnessed by him.
What it’s like
Bright, saturated frames and quick, playful cuts give this Mumbai thriller a jittery, theatrical sheen, with tight close-ups on a pianist's hands against cluttered apartment interiors and glossy, deliberately artificial color. The piano runs through the soundtrack as both melody and mischief, shifting between lilting and tense, with snatches of classic Hindi song and sudden silences that land like punchlines. Its vibe is giddy, sly unease: a dark-comic caper that keeps turning under your feet. The pacing is brisk and escalating, and the central character's arc, a vulnerable man sliding deeper into a web of his own making, is played for both suspense and laughs. Expect brief but sharp violence, some blood, and crude sexual innuendo, with cruelty treated as comedy more than horror. Best for viewers who want an energetic, twisty watch and enjoy dark humour over gore or dread.
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