Aug. 14, 2020|India|PG
Genre: Bangla;Thriller
Description: Dracula Sir (2020) is a film that delves into themes of reincarnation, dichotomy, and existential crisis, exploring rebirth on multiple levels. It tackles political ideologies, societal issues, human connections, and emotions through a complex narrative. At first, it may take about 10 minutes for viewers to fully immerse themselves in the story and understand its flow. The film combines drama, a touch of thrill, and occasional gore, though some might argue that the director overdid these elements. Nevertheless, the direction remains clear and precise, with well-crafted cinematic frames and lucid dialogues.
While the screenplay is engaging, it does have its imperfections. To keep the audience on edge, the story frequently twists and turns, especially towards the end, resembling a journey into the mind of a hallucinating individual. As the protagonist, Raktim, seeks the truth, viewers are left to decipher the confusing narrative. Despite this, the film remains an intriguing watch. For instance, a scene where a psychiatrist attempts to reason with Raktim about his belief in being the reincarnation of Amol Shome, who died in the 1970s, effectively highlights the clash between reason and belief. However, some connections, such as Raktim linking a fumigation machine to a conversation with his beloved (Mimi Chakraborty), feel a bit forced.
The film could have achieved greater originality had it avoided scenes where Raktim dresses as Dracula, which instead evoke the Joker’s appearance. These moments seem unnecessarily added to the plot. A better approach could have been used to connect Raktim’s desire for revenge in 2020 with the senseless torture he endures as a political pawn in 1970s Bengal.
Anirban, in the lead role, delivers a standout performance, as expected. His distinct speech pattern, subtly enhanced by his unique canines, adds depth to his character. Overall, despite its flaws, Dracula Sir offers a thought-provoking and visually compelling experience.
Cast director: Debaloy Bhattacharya
Cast actor: Mimi Chakraborty, Anirban Bhattacharya, Bidipta Chakraborty, Rudranil Ghosh, Saayoni Ghosh, Kanchan Mullick, Judhajit Sarkar
Original name: Dracula Sir