On any normal day, under normal circumstances dance movies are a strict no no to me. Without any expectations and with absolutely nothing else to watch on Netflix, I gave "Yeh Ballet" a try. The movie was really very interesting and painted a great picture on Grit, Determination, Strength, Talent, and of course dance. Usually dance movies are all the same and "Yeh Ballet" is no different, as it treads along the traditional dance cinema storyline, but it's treatment & presentation really gives it an edge and it stands tall among all other similar dance movies.
A Fantastic storyline to begin with and an equally apt screenplay gives life to yeh Ballet. Cinematography set with a dark tone paints a rosy picture. Production design was decent throughout the movie. Casting was really good and it has really made a difference in my opinion. Acting is generally good though the lead characters are a bit raw. But with a lot of debutants adding minor character details to their roles, literally sparkled the screen. Characters were well written and equally acted well by all supporting actors, however small their roles were. Veteran Sooni Taraporevala just aced it, when it comes to directing. However it would have been nice if the editor had cut about 15 mins from the final run time.
"Yeh Ballet" is a film which that will connect with your heart in a jiffy. Though dance is no way my cup of tea, I really enjoyed it throughout
It can be watched with the entire family, and rest assured that it will be loved by all age groups equally. A must watch to celebrate human will & spirit.