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| '''Manvee''' is a poignant feature film that delves into the life of its titular character, an accomplished clinical psychologist grappling with the challenges of being a third gender individual. In a society that neither rejects nor fully accepts Manvee for who they are, the film explores the nuanced struggles of a person caught between societal expectations and their own identity. | |||
| Manvee is an established clinical psychologist. Patients have faith on her. Oh! Sorry… is the word ‘her’ appropriate for Manvee? Probably the answer is no. What about the word ‘him'? Again, the answer is 'No'. Manvee is a third gender and for them no separate words are made till date. | |||
| Despite the societal inclusivity extended towards third genders, Manvee finds themselves isolated due to differences in thoughts, education, and culture even within the third gender community. The only solace comes from the elderly members of the community, who have witnessed and appreciated Manvee's determination to navigate the world as a human being. Among them, a lone old man sees his deceased child reflected in Manvee, forming a unique and profound connection. | |||
| She is alone. Though the society do not refuse her because of her gender but never accepts her as someone who can be a member of our family. Her own society, so called the third genders' society also cannot match her because she is different in terms of thoughts, education and culture. | |||
| The narrative takes a poignant turn as a mentally challenged woman enters Manvee's life. Strangely, this woman seems to embody positivity in every aspect of Manvee's experiences, becoming a source of solace and perhaps a reflection of Manvee's own soul. This connection instills a sense of womanhood in Manvee, challenging traditional notions of gender identity. | |||
| Only the aged third gender, who made Manvee capable to struggle in this world as a human being, loves her a lot. And the old man, who do not have anybody behind him, somehow finds his dead child inside her. | |||
| However, beneath the surface, Manvee grapples with profound loneliness, societal rejection, and a struggle with sexual identity. As a proficient psychologist, Manvee excels in treating others' mental health, yet remains unable to address their own psychological turmoil. The film intricately weaves through the depths of Manvee's depression, capturing the internal conflict that arises from being unable to reconcile personal struggles. | |||
| And the mad woman, and her attitude towards life do have some meaning in Manvee’s life. May be, Manvee feels her soul inside the mad woman. The mad woman is spotted everywhere Manvee experiences positivity. That mad woman makes Manvee a woman by soul. | |||
| The journey unfolds towards a cathartic resolution, where Manvee confronts and ultimately overcomes their psychological hurdles. "Manvee" is a powerful exploration of identity, resilience, and the complex interplay between societal acceptance and self-acceptance, leaving audiences with a poignant reflection on the human experience. | |||
| But the loneliness, refusal from the society and most importantly, the sexual inability makes her depressed. She knows how to treat a patient of acute depression but she cannot treat herself. | |||
| The film moves with her depression and ends at a point where Manvee becomes able to get rid of her psychological problems. | |||
| == Cast == | == Cast == | ||
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Manvee (2022 film)
2022 Indian film| Manvee | |
|---|---|
 Release poster | |
| Directed by | Tanmay Nag |
| Written by | Dr. Sumita Chatterjee Tanmay Nag |
| Produced by | Tanmay Nag |
| Starring | Peehu Biswas Sagar Kumar Jayanta Mondal |
| Cinematography | Arindam Bhattacharjee |
| Edited by | Viplam Majumder |
| Music by | Pllab Goutam |
| Production company | Boombaaz Entertainment |
| Distributed by | Hungama Digital Media Entertainment |
| Release date | 28 August 2022 |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
Manvee (transl. Women) is a 2022 Hindi Indian Hindi-language LGBT- related film directed by Tanmay Nag and Produced by Boombaaz Entertainment.
Plot
Manvee is a poignant feature film that delves into the life of its titular character, an accomplished clinical psychologist grappling with the challenges of being a third gender individual. In a society that neither rejects nor fully accepts Manvee for who they are, the film explores the nuanced struggles of a person caught between societal expectations and their own identity.
Despite the societal inclusivity extended towards third genders, Manvee finds themselves isolated due to differences in thoughts, education, and culture even within the third gender community. The only solace comes from the elderly members of the community, who have witnessed and appreciated Manvee's determination to navigate the world as a human being. Among them, a lone old man sees his deceased child reflected in Manvee, forming a unique and profound connection.
The narrative takes a poignant turn as a mentally challenged woman enters Manvee's life. Strangely, this woman seems to embody positivity in every aspect of Manvee's experiences, becoming a source of solace and perhaps a reflection of Manvee's own soul. This connection instills a sense of womanhood in Manvee, challenging traditional notions of gender identity.
However, beneath the surface, Manvee grapples with profound loneliness, societal rejection, and a struggle with sexual identity. As a proficient psychologist, Manvee excels in treating others' mental health, yet remains unable to address their own psychological turmoil. The film intricately weaves through the depths of Manvee's depression, capturing the internal conflict that arises from being unable to reconcile personal struggles.
The journey unfolds towards a cathartic resolution, where Manvee confronts and ultimately overcomes their psychological hurdles. "Manvee" is a powerful exploration of identity, resilience, and the complex interplay between societal acceptance and self-acceptance, leaving audiences with a poignant reflection on the human experience.
Cast
- Peehu Biswas
- Sagar Kumar
- Jayanta Mondal
Award
| Ceremonies | Year | Category | Recipients and Nomiees | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tagore International Film Festival | 2021 | LGBT FILM | Tanmay Nag | Won | |
| 11 Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival | 2021 | Best Debet Director | Tanmay Nag | Won | |
| 11 Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival | 2021 | Best Supporting Actress | Peehu Biswas | Won | |
| Sweden Flm Awards | 2021 | Best Cinematography Super Short Film | Arindam Bhattacharjee | Won |
References
- "FILMS OF THE MONTH – Jan'21-Feb'21". TIFF. Archived from the original on 2023-12-02. Retrieved 2023-12-14.
- "Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival". Archived from the original on 2021-07-02.
- "Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival". Archived from the original on 2021-07-02.
- "Sweden Film Awards Winners Feb 2021". Sweden Film Awards. Retrieved 2024-01-02.
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External links
- Manvee at IMDB
- Manvee at Hungama Digital