Ratnesh
The World Unseen takes us to apartheid-era South Africa, seen through the eyes of two women of Indian descent, Amina and Marium. The two are as different as they can be. Amina is rebellious and unconventional, and holds responsible to no-one. On the other hand, Marium is a dutiful mother and wife. Despite their differing personalities, they gradually develop a friendship that has unforeseen effects on the life of Marium, leading her to question the traditions and conventions she has been brought up with.
Marium is a mother of two, and for the kids she has reconciled to her husband’s wanton disregard for her well being. Then she meets Amina by chance, and realizes that she may have another shot at happiness. But aren’t the penalties for this too high? How will the others think? And besides, there are children to consider.
One day, sheer chance brings Amina and Marium into close proximity and they share a meaningful glance. The intensity of the gaze guarantees that they will eventually kiss. Guess their first act of romance? Exchanging volumes of Victorian literature.
The movie is so light and natural that the viewer will like it for its simplicity, if not excellent characterization. The big issues of communal acceptance, individual freedom and responsibility are brought in a decorous way. The tags Indian, Coloured, Lesbian, and Romance make it all the more desirable to watch.
‘The World Unseen’ took my heart away. I am gay, and I avoid lesbian stuff, but I can’t help but watch it over and over again! Hey guys, let’s see a world unseen!
I have seen this movie on TV. Lisa Ray is splendid and her counterfoil is as exquisite. They so easily melted into their characters that my eyes were riveted by 12 inches nails to the screen. Worth a watch.