"Evening Shadows" is set in India, and tells the story of Kartik, a young man who identifies as gay. He lives in the big city with his lover as a proud gay man, unashamed of who he is and how he identifies.
In the film, Kartik returns to his parents home for a visit, a trip which turns his entire life upside down. While he visits his parents, the topic of marriage equality is being debated, and is in every newspaper and news broadcast.
Kartik's decides to come out to his mother, telling her he is gay. Her reaction to the news is truly a heartfelt performance, played by Mona Ambegonakar.
But what happens once his father discovers Kartik is gay? What will happen to Kartik, to the family?
A wonderful, heartfelt story of love overcoming all obstacles. In Hindi with English subtitles, now streaming on Netflix, 2 stars.
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