There may not have been too many Bollywood blockbusters last year, but there were enough filmmakers that proved that the art of filmmaking continues to be as impressive and impactful as ever.
Being a director is never easy. For it calls for consistent efforts, clarity of thought and most importantly, the ability to combat stars' dates, contract requirements and uncooperative weather conditions that can stress anyone out. So yes, as a storyteller, he has to hold on to the vision and bring an impressive project to the audience. So which filmmakers managed to lure the viewers to the cinema halls? Did they only concentrate on the commercial facet of the films? Or was it their ability to focus also on the critical aspects that helped their films find several takers? Read on to know about the directors who wowed movie buffs with their understanding of film-making which was quite evident from their projects...
In response to the IBNLive poll that we conducted earlier this year, our readers voted and decided the one filmmaker who led the way in 2013. And yes, it is Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra the director of 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag' who has earned 37% - the highest votes. Such was the impact of his film that it brought tears to the celebrated Indian sprinter Milkha Singh's eyes. 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag', which was based on the athelete's roller-coaster life and focused on his achievements and struggles, left a lasting impact on many, and the credit only goes to the director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra.
Shoojit Sircar, the direcor Madras Cafe earned 22.41% votes. Even though many found the film's politics and philosophy a bit unconvincing, Shoojit Sircar won plaudits for making a Hollywood style thriller. And the landscapes and the presentation of international nexus of politicians-spies-businessmen made the film a must-watch. The fast cutting and long shots of war torn areas were also captivating.
With 21.2% votes, Ritesh Batra, director of 'The Lunchbox' bagged the third position. At a time when people are just a call away, debutant writer-director Ritesh Batra used the idea of exchanging notes in tiffin boxes to help the leads of 'The Lunchbox' communicate their feelings and emotions. And interestingly, the viewers who rely on instant messaging were flattered with the film's old-fashioned love tale.
Vikramaditya Motwane, director of 'Lootera'earned 11.92% votes. Whether it was the perfection with which he presented old-fashioned romance or the ease with which he combined music, sound and pictures - the important aspect of filmmaking, Vikramaditya Motwane deserves praise. The film only got amazing with the performances of Ranveer Singh and Sonakshi Sinha.Much like an inspiring director,
Anand Gandhi, director of 'Ship Of Theseus' proved to his contemporaries how easy it is to present even most intricate ideas in a simple way. The monk story was like a revelation for many as not everybody thought that the paradox of personal, private and public can be shown in such a straightforward way. The twist of the photographer's story was subtle, well directed and shocking at more than one level. He earned 7.52% votes.
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