Soorma
2018 · Directed by Shaad Ali
Original language: Hindi
- drama
The story
Soorma, a comeback story of the hockey legend Sandeep Singh is a biopic that chronicles the life and times of the famed hockey player.
What it’s like
Bright, sun-washed daylight over dusty Punjab fields and crowded stadium stands, with the warm saturated grade of a mainstream Hindi sports film and sweeping camera moves that follow players up and down the pitch. The match sequences are kinetic and crowd-loud, with thumping drums, roaring stands and sharp whistles, while the quieter scenes in village homes and hospital rooms slow down into soft interior light and close framing. Its vibe is uplifting and warmly earnest, a comeback story about a hockey player rebuilding his body and his confidence after a devastating injury. It suits a Sunday afternoon, a comfort watch, or an evening when you want to root for someone. The pacing is brisk and musical, with song breaks that pause the tension. Emotional beats run from grief to determination, and the arc follows a man learning to trust his own resilience again. The violence is brief and sudden, a single shooting, with its aftermath handled in hospital scenes rather than gore. It is best for people who like inspirational sports dramas, family-friendly emotion and big, sincere crowd-pleasing moments.
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