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This blog is written as a response to a task assigned by Megha ma'am. Screening of short film “An Astrologer’s Day” based on R.K.Narayan’s “An Astrologer’s Day” and Crime and Punishment Short Story.
An Astrologer’s Day
How faithful is the movie to the original short story?
The movie stays mostly true to R.K. Narayan's story, keeping the main plot and characters. It shows the astrologer meeting a man from his past, just like in the book. The market setting and the astrologer's look are very similar to what Narayan described. But there are also some differences between Original Story and the movie adaptation.
After watching the movie, have your perception about the short story, characters or situations changed?
Watching the film adaptation has certainly added depth to my perception of the characters and situations. The actors’ portrayals brought the characters to life, giving them more personality and emotion than I had initially imagined while reading the story. This was particularly evident in the facial expressions and body language that conveyed the tension and unease during the pivotal confrontation.
Do you feel ‘aesthetic delight’ while watching the movie? If yes, exactly when did it happen? If no, can you explain with reasons?
I did experience aesthetic delight while watching the movie. This moment of delight occurred during the scene where the astrologer reads the stranger's palm under the dim, flickering light. The use of lighting and close-up shots created a tense and mysterious atmosphere, enhancing the suspense and drawing me deeper into the narrative.
Does screening of movie help you in better understanding of the short story?
The screening of the movie did help in better understanding the short story. Seeing the interactions and settings visually provided a more immersive experience, highlighting aspects of the story that I might have overlooked in the text. For instance, the hustle and bustle of the marketplace and the astrologer's strategic positioning within it were more vividly realized on screen.
Was there any particular scene or moment in the story that you think was perfect?
The best scene for me was when the astrologer reveals he knows about the stranger’s past. The tension in the actors' performances made this moment very powerful and memorable.
If you are director, what changes would you like to make in the remaking of the movie based on the short story “An Astrologer’s Day” by R.K.Narayan?
If I were the director, I might focus on further developing the backstory of the astrologer and the stranger to provide more context to their encounter.
Overall, the film adaptation captures the essence of Narayan's story and adds its own touches. The visuals and sounds in the movie help deepen the understanding and enjoyment of the story, making it a great companion to the original text.
Crime and Punishment
In R.K. Narayan's "Crime and Punishment," the roles of the teacher and student are dynamic and ever-changing. This story explores themes of power, responsibility, and moral lessons.
In this story, the roles of teacher and student aren't fixed. They keep changing, which is really interesting. The main character, a teacher named Sastrigar, ends up learning important life lessons from his student, Mani.
At first, Sastrigar is the strict teacher who punishes Mani for being late. But later, when Sastrigar faces a moral dilemma, it's actually Mani who teaches him about doing the right thing. This switch in roles shows how we can learn from anyone, even those we're supposed to be teaching.
Dead Poets Society
A movie where a teacher inspires his students, but also learns from them.
In "Dead Poets Society," the teacher, Mr. Keating, inspires his students to think for themselves and follow their dreams. This is kind of like how Mani in "Crime and Punishment" inspires his teacher Sastrigar to do the right thing. Both stories show that students can teach important lessons too.
To Sir, With Love
Another film about a teacher-student relationship that goes both ways.
"To Sir, With Love" is about a teacher working with tough students. At first, he struggles, but eventually he learns how to connect with them, and they learn to respect him. This is similar to how Sastrigar and Mani's relationship changes. They start off not understanding each other, but end up learning from one another.
Tuesdays with Morrie
A book where a former student reconnects with his old professor and learns life lessons.
In "Tuesdays with Morrie," a student named Mitch reconnects with his old professor Morrie, who's dying. Mitch learns important life lessons from Morrie. This reminds me of how Sastrigar learns a big life lesson from Mani about honesty and doing the right thing, even when it's hard.
- TED Talks on education, such as those by Ken Robinson and Rita Pierson, discuss the impact of teachers on students and vice versa.
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