Bol
Bol
| 24 June 2011 (USA)
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The patriarch of a religious Muslim family refuses to accept his intersex child, tearing his family apart.

Reviews
Scanialara You won't be disappointed!
ChicDragon It's a mild crowd pleaser for people who are exhausted by blockbusters.
Numerootno A story that's too fascinating to pass by...
Delight Yes, absolutely, there is fun to be had, as well as many, many things to go boom, all amid an atmospheric urban jungle.
shivayadavever The movie starts with a natural touch , and as the movie proceed you find yourself attached to the character's by one way or the other . The protagonist of the film has limitless courage to do things otherwise which would have been impossible to do in a society depicted in the film . The film revolves around how the blind faith on religion by the father leads to the total agony for the family , finally he himself bows down to the situation giving up all the good work to save his family . This film is a must watch film as it gives reason to live the life , in whatever way you feel like. Love from Republic of India.
bshljtbaruah80 Hats off to you Mr.Shoaib Mansoor for presenting us such a wonderful cinematic experience! After 'Khuda Ke Liye', this is yet another powerful evocation a sensitive social issue. The questions raised by the movie through the mouth of its lead character not only concerns a particular Pakistani or certain Muslim societies of South-east Asia but it pertains to average global society as a whole.Though the movie at some point seems to be 'overstreched' a bit (esp. in relation to its length) but it never diverges from its overall appeal even for a single instance. It maintains its rhythm throughout the length and that requires appreciation. Each of the actors has done full justification to their respective roles; however, Humaima Malik deserves special note of appreciation. All in all a NEVER TO MISS, MUST WATCH for everyone in hunt of some really good cinema.
asifiqbaltmg This is an awesome movie depicting the true picture of social issues in our homeland Pakistan. Here exists issues of stigmatizing the third gender also known as trans-gender. people are not willing to accept them. There are lots other issues like prostitution , abuse , STI etc and government isn't taking any action fro them, neither any NGO is working for. Another issue is misinterpreting Islam and using it their own way. in other words extremism.Another highlighted issues injustice in this country and non-serious attitude of the government. though its a good movie but work has been stopped. I cant see any good movie after it. the need is to revive Pakistani cinema on emergency basis. Pakistani film industry can play its role in curbing such issues from Pakistan.
Zabi Khan Bol is a story of a daughter who defies her father and the society that treat women as lesser beings. Bol clearly brings to light the status of women in developing countries that brags about equal rights for men and women. Bol has a gripping narrative as it showcases the struggle, agony and the determination of a family to survive against all odds. The film primarily objects to the idea of reproducing human beings into this world (blinded by faith and self-centered intentions) without taking complete responsibility of their existence. Concurrently it also highlights the regressive attitude of a male-dominated society that offers no liberty to woman in choosing life-partner, refusing reproduction, gaining education or working independently. At several instances, the movie smartly underscores the irony of life. Here, good performance by Humaima Malick (Zainub)who portrays the angst of a girl who itches to do the right thing is and Manzar Sehbai(Hakim),who is stellar in his performance as a hypocritical man.A rock-concert number by Atif Aslam seems somewhat out of place in this film. Also the entire media circus and bureaucratic drama surrounding Zainab's death sentence could have been avoided. But there is so much and more that the film explores that you can ignore about the flaws.Bol sends out a message demanding equality and exposes certain grave issues plaguing our society and is bold attempt to portray the ugly truth. A must watch.
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