Pregnancy and parenting are two important phases in the life of every woman. The reproduction system present in the woman is the most fascinating form of evolution and it is an undeniable fact that the fulfillment of a woman comes only from being able to give birth to another human being.
Sara’s is one such beautiful film based on womanhood streaming on the Amazon Prime Video platform that caresses the nuances of pregnancy and parenting in present circumstances where priorities and choices are undergoing tremendous changes in everyone’s life.
Story
Sara (Anna Ben) who had high aspirations to become a film director meets Jeevan (Sunny Wayne) and both fell in love with each other. Both have the fetish for parenting as it involves a lot more responsibilities which sans freedom. Both decided not to have children and get finally married.
On one fine day, Sara found herself pregnant and how Jeevan, Sara, and their family members cope up with this issue is the remaining part of Sara’s.
Performances
Anna Ben in the titular role was a revelation. While she got lovely yet limited expressions, her tresses were a major attraction that cannot be denied. She has aptly displayed the emotions and feelings in a subtle but strong manner that made Sara’s a wonderful treat to watch.
Sunny as Jeevan does an excellent job in a heroine-oriented film without any signs of overplaying his character which was the most positive feature of the film.
Other actors too fared well in their respective characters especially Mallika Sukumaran as Jeevan’s mother has done exceptionally well.
Behind the scenes
Jude Anthany Joseph has made a clean and decent film presenting sensitive issues of pregnancy and parenting effectively on the screen. The essence of parenting and complications around pregnancy when one focuses on a career were very well highlighted. Many women who have certain goals in their career can relate themselves to Sara.
The writer Akshay Hareesh and director Joseph need to be congratulated for making the film cleaner though there was a lot of scope to include some titillating scenes.
Shaan Rahman’s music and all those songs are an asset to the film while the photography of Nimish Ravi stands out.
Final Verdict
Sara’s is indeed a watchable film though sluggishly paced for all the future mothers and fathers to get an insight into the art of parenting and clear the blues that surround pregnancy. A decent film which can be watched will all the family members. After a long time, isn’t it?
