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Friday, April 19, 2024
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KANNADA 35/100 - JUST PASS
EDITOR'S PICK
Rating: ***
35/100 - Just Pass is a film made by some passionate film buffs from
the software sector. Everyone connected with the film except the producer and
the director are working in various software firms in Karnataka. A deep interest
in films and literature motivated these youngsters to team up to make a film
with honesty and commitment. 35/100 is the latest addition to the
small list of recent good films like Jugari and Dildaara.
You can appreciate them for their passion and their commitment to make a good
cinema, but analytically this ends up as just a good attempt than a very good
film. Honestly, the film needed a little more preparation and hard work.
Since the film is made in a limited budget and has been shot with a digital
camera, technically it has many loop holes. Though the film is realistic in its
presentation, lack of technical content has diluted the impact. But the director
has managed to convey the message.
The film tries to convey that it is not necessary that youngsters fulfil all
their ambitions and that they should move on without losing hope. Deepak`s
script, which doesn`t have any cliched commercial elements, has successfully
conveyed the message.
The film revolves around four college boys who love the same girl and want to
marry her. All of them convey their feelings to her but have to face
disappointment. But these four youngsters move on in their lives and do well for
themselves. They show a lot of maturity by respecting the girl`s decision.
Deepak has shown college life in true light. From hostel to fights -- everything
looks natural and realistic.
The performances of the new artists could have been much better. But newcomer
Shwetha is really impressive. Raghu, Vikram Joshi and Manoj Joshi can improve
upon their performances.
Camera work and music is above ordinary. Though the film`s title is Just
Pass, it passes with flying colours.
