Apr. 13, 2012|India|120 Min.|Not Rated
Genre: Bangla
Description: “Laptop” is a 2012 Bengali film that stands out for its subtle performances and sensitive portrayal of contemporary urban tragedies. The movie explores interconnected relationship stories through the unique lens of a stolen laptop from an infertility clinic. This device, with its stored memories, serves as the central character, bridging and separating individuals across social and geographical divides.
The narrative follows the laptop’s journey through various lives—from a doctor at an infertility clinic to a taxi driver, and then to the son of a hotel manager. It eventually reaches a visually impaired author, his typist, and a publisher searching for a child conceived through sperm donation. As the laptop passes from one person to another, it leaves a lasting impact on their lives.
Kaushik Ganguly, the director, deserves recognition for tackling a subject that delves into the complexities of infertility, sperm donation, and male ego. The film handles issues related to sexuality with honesty and nuance. While the opening scene may feel jarring as it bluntly addresses pregnancy concerns, the subsequent exploration of the relationship between the author and his typist is subtle and layered. Despite occasional indulgence in its pacing, the film effectively portrays the emotional ties formed over years of association.
Set in a time warp, the characters coexist for one another without melodrama, creating a realistic and poignant depiction of their intertwined lives.
Cast director: Kaushik Ganguly
Cast actor: Aparajita Adhya, Anjana Basu, Rahul Bose, Gaurav Chakrabarty, Barun Chanda, Ananya Chatterjee, Saswata Chatterjee, Churni Ganguly, Kaushik Ganguly, Pijush Ganguly
Original name: Laptop