As the title has already established, it is around a breakfast table, with the promise of a new day, that the predominant action and drama of the film develops. However, despite the bright, well-lit setting, the story is far from that of hope or warmth. Instead it is one of lies, deceit and horrifying revelations that are about to change the relationship of the two characters before us in an irrevocable manner. <br><br>

Saritha is married to Ganesh, a seemingly humble politician who is portrayed as doing commendable work for the welfare of society. Within their conversation rests one more name, Kalimuthu, and it is these three names around which the plot is weaved. The story, performances and screenplay become marked strengths of the film. Together they constitute a narrative that is engaging and shocking, while tightly holding your attention all along.


The Breakfast  | Short Film Nominee

Borokha is a sweet, but resilient girl who works in a small handloom set-up. She wishes to find a better
job so that she can provide better schooling for her brother, Chandan and also raise her standard of
living. One day, her friend, Manab, who has started working in the city, advises her to start her own
small business of crafting jewellery that he would help her sell in the city. With help from a kind
neighbour, Borokha embarks upon her journey. <br><br>
The actor playing Borokha is pleasant and likeable and the viewer is rooting for her to succeed. The film
also keeps the pace slow and lulled which makes it seem more organic to the setting of the story.
However, after building up these expectations, the climax takes a turn which completely shatters the
investment the viewer had built with the film.

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