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Children of War, follows three separate stories set in the 1970s during the Bangladesh War. The film follows the brutal tales of thousands of women; raped, and millions of people killed. As the movie develops and progresses towards the climax, the three stories intertwine with one another.
Critic Consensus
Critical reception for Children of War is sharply divided, ranging from dismissal to proclamations of masterpiece. Several critics acknowledged the film's sincerity and its importance as a historical document of the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, with earnest performances and a head-on approach to difficult subject matter drawing measured praise. However, a recurring criticism is that the film lacks sufficient depth and historical grounding for the gravity of its subject, and its relentless bleakness leaves little emotional relief. One outlying enthusiastic review contrasts with a broader consensus that the film is commendable but falls short of its ambitions.
7 rated reviews · 4 positive · 1 mixed · 2 negative
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“There should have been more history and more competence in 'Children Of War' for it to be the film it had set out to be.”Read full review ↗
“It is impossible to believe that this war epic has been directed by a first-time filmmaker.How can a virgin artiste conceive such a vivid portrait of the rape of a civilization? This isn't really a film. It's a work of art, tempestuous and terrific. Yes, this is a masterpiece.”Read full review ↗
“Do not watch Children of War if you are looking for a dose of entertainment. Watch it to understand what could have caused one of the world's most painful struggles for independence.”Read full review ↗
“The magnitude of brutality and shock is always amplified if preceded by brighter times, but in Children Of War, there is rarely any cause for hope or joy and sadness is only succeeded by further despair. I recommend its power to feel alive, but this isn't for the faint-hearted.”Read full review ↗
“Like Madras Cafe last year, Children of War is a welcome indication that some Hindi filmmakers are starting to look outside India for stories. That Devvrat tackles his subject head-on is something else to feel encouraged about.”Read full review ↗
“In spite of the odds, COH stands out for its earnest performances and thoughtful music. The film is tense and atmospheric. Wish it was more in-depth as well, given the gravity of the subject.”Read full review ↗
“...a very sincere effort to tell the story but alas, the overall outcome leaves you a little cold.”Read full review ↗
Cast & Crew
Cast
- Victor Banerjee · Baba
- Raima Sen · Fida
- Pavan Malhotra · Malik
- Indraneil Sengupta · Aamir
- Riddhi Sen · Rafiq
- Rucha Inamdar · Kausar
- Shatrunjay Devvrat · Young Aamir
- Joy Sengupta · Sudipto
- Farooque Shaikh · Mojid
- Tilotama Shome · Bhitika
- Purnendu Bhattacharya · Abbu
- Ganga Chakravorthy · Ammi
- Roopa Ganguly · Raziya
- Aweree Chaurey · Durga (Old Woman)
- Chandra Sengupta · Old Man
- Rupsa Mondal · Mariyam
- Bhushan Vidhate · Raziya's Husband
- Harish Chhabra · Soldier Bull 1
- Devendra Chauhan · Soldier Bull 2
- Vidya Bhushan · Old Pandit
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- Release Date
- 16 May 2014
- Runtime
- 2h 40m
- Language
- Hindi
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