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Ishaa Ishaan is an 8 year old whose world is filled with wonders that no one else seems to appreciate; colours, fish, dogs and kites are just not important in a world of adults much more interested in things like homework, grades and neatness. Ishaa just cannot seem to get anything right in class. When he gets into far more trouble than his parents can handle, he is packed off to a boarding school to be disciplined. Things are no different at his new school, and Ishaa has to contend with the added trauma of separation from his family. A new art teacher infects the students with joy and optimism and breaks all the rules of how things are done by asking them to think, dream and imagine. All the children respond with enthusiasm except Ishaa. The teacher soon realizes that Ishaa is unhappy and sets out to discover why. With time, patience and care, he ultimately helps Ishaa find himself.
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Taare Zameen Par is honestly one of the most beautiful films i have ever seen. I have watched this about five times in Hindi. I only know english and didn't understand a word, but the film has such a wonderful meaning, despite the different language the meaning is the same. I am Dyslexic and struggled through school not being regongnised, all i wanted to do like Ishaan was draw, paint and create, and i was fasinated by the colours and things around me. When i look at Ishaan i see myself. It wasn't until an art teacher believed in me that i learnt i wasn't stupid and began to believe in myself. This film has a great meaning to me. I am overjoyed that it is now available to by in uk. I bought it as soon as i knew. An amazing film
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
"Taare zameen par" (Stars on Earth) tells the story of a wonderfully imaginative, creative, sweet boy whose undetected dyslexia leaves him suffering the wrath of hostile parents and teachers, leaving him on the brink of complete psychological breakdown. It is only when a sensitive temporary art teacher enters his life that his tormented life is effectively saved. Without giving too much away, this film is made with great depth and sensitivity and it shines a light on an all-too-familiar trait of Indian society (and of others, of course) and challenges the obsession which parents might have of forcing children to a mould of their own making in the obsessive pursuit of "success" while completely ignoring the individual and unique character, abilities and needs of their child. Both heart-wrenching and heart-warming, it is hard to imagine anyone not liking this film - excellent!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
A "must see" film - if you can't cope with subtitles, the dvd gives you the option of seeing it dubbed in English (although I much prefer the Hindi version with English subtitles).
A dreamer of a boy, the son of pushy parents, is failing at school. The first half of the film sees him gradually becoming more and more withdrawn, driven away from the real world by the harsh and ignorant behaviour of the adults around him. Finally, just as you despair for him, the right teacher comes along.
This film is thought-provoking and thought-changing. The central performance by Darsheel is astounding and I have never admired Aamir Khan more, both for his direction in eliciting that performance and for his generosity in throttling back his own performance to ensure that it is the boy and not Aamir who is always at the centre of the film.
This is a film to watch again and again.
A dreamer of a boy, the son of pushy parents, is failing at school. The first half of the film sees him gradually becoming more and more withdrawn, driven away from the real world by the harsh and ignorant behaviour of the adults around him. Finally, just as you despair for him, the right teacher comes along.
This film is thought-provoking and thought-changing. The central performance by Darsheel is astounding and I have never admired Aamir Khan more, both for his direction in eliciting that performance and for his generosity in throttling back his own performance to ensure that it is the boy and not Aamir who is always at the centre of the film.
This is a film to watch again and again.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Every child is special
You just have to watch it to feel it! Even my kids were moved!Its a definitely a family film. A big reccomendation from myself!
Published 9 days ago by A. Burnage
"You can't write, idiot!"
The film starts with an overload of words appearing on screen, a confusing mess of characters mixed with background noise and the word "fail" flashing in big red letters while a... Read more
Published 1 month ago by GeekZilla
An amazing film
This film is very well made and portrays the trials of a family dealing with dyslexia in a sensitive yet compelling way. The cast is brilliant especially the children. Read more
Published 2 months ago by smiffy31
Like stars on Earth
A powerful portrayal of what a good teacher ought to be: caring and seeking to meet the needs of all the students in their care; diligent and helping each student to reach their... Read more
Published 3 months ago by M. Berto
Like Stars on Earth
Too much music, I didnt realise it was a musical, I dont remember it being mentioned on any review that I had read.
Published 3 months ago by sammy
Thought provoking, tearful, beautiful
I bought this on the recommendation of my sister in Australia. My 6 year old, 11 year old, husband, my mother and myself watched this and we were overcome by emotions of... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Nicola
Like Stars on Earth
This is a gem of a film although some might say could have done with a little further editing. It is a film to encourage people to watch world cinema as it draws people in who... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Euro
Fantastic - a MUST BUY
This is one of those films that almost everyone you know has never heard of. That is a pity because it is one of the best and most moving films I have ever seen. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mr. WA Bowman
Emotional and interesting
This movie tells a story about a boy in a different world than I know. Its a good story and it makes you think about how things can be different in the world and that your first... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Tara
A marvelous surprise (with some spoilers)
There are rules in Bollywood cinema. You must have a gripping love story - this movie hasn't (at least not the usual romance). Kids in a leading role usually don't work. Read more
Published 7 months ago by mistressfraser
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