SummaryImpoverished Venkatesh dreams of swimming in the pool of a well-to-do family. When he becomes friendly with the servants of the wealthy household, frequent visits to his favorite swimming spot make him long for a better way of live.
Directed By:Chris Smith
Written By:Chris Smith, Randy Russell
The Pool
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A miraculous, American-made Hindi film that is every bit as tranquil as the blue-green reservoir that serves as its abiding metaphor.
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Uplifting without a drop of sap, the tale of a boy's obsession with a glittering swimming pool and how it changes four lives offers numerous pleasures and one of the most satisfying and resonant conclusions to be seen in recent cinema.
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It's a funny, sweet-natured humanist character piece.
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Except for Patekar, the main actors are nonprofessionals, which works nicely here.
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The result is a vivid portrait, not just of one unforgettable young man but also of a country in transition.
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Smith's utterly natural filmmaking there is impressive.
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Smith ("American Movie") sees the poetry in everyday people, and lets his rambling story find its own rhythm.
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Production Company:
- Bluemark Productions
Release Date:Sep 3, 2008
Duration:1 h 38 m
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Awards
Sundance Film Festival
• 1 Win & 2 Nominations
Film Independent Spirit Awards
• 1 Nomination




























