The story follows a young orphaned boy named Aslam (Arya Thakur, Saurav Verma) and his grandfather Daddu (Shishir Sharma) who live in a slum in India. Aslam dreams of becoming a professional cricket player, but since his grandfather collects recyclables in a dump, it is highly unlikely that will ever happen.
This film examines life in an Indian slum from the perspective of a boy who grows up to become a cricket player. It provides a view of their squalid living conditions and how his grandfather earns a living by any means possible, including collecting recyclables. The camera work is phenomenal; the aerial shots of the slum are breathtaking. The actors wear the traditional clothing of people in India. The location is primarily in the slum and the dump nearby. The understated background music helps set the mood for the story. The character development is outstanding; the fortitude of the boy and his grandfather is admirable. My favorite part is when Daddu goes to buy a cricket ball for Aslam. We see how much the boy means to him and that he will do anything to help him get ahead. Then, another man comes with additional gear for him and we see the support of his community. When Aslam tries out for the cricket team I held my breath; he pulls from deep within himself and much to everyone's surprise, everything comes together. Daddu is promoted to teach others how to recycle - a perfect ending.
The film's message is that dreams can come true with hard work. It also delivers a message about the importance of recycling.
I give Mera Daddu 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 18. By Pamela L., KIDS FIRST!
The story follows a young orphaned boy named Aslam (Arya Thakur, Saurav Verma) and his grandfather Daddu (Shishir Sharma) who live in a slum in India. Aslam dreams of becoming a professional cricket player, but since his grandfather collects recyclables in a dump, it is highly unlikely that will ever happen.
This film examines life in an Indian slum from the perspective of a boy who grows up to become a cricket player. It provides a view of their squalid living conditions and how his grandfather earns a living by any means possible, including collecting recyclables. The camera work is phenomenal; the aerial shots of the slum are breathtaking. The actors wear the traditional clothing of people in India. The location is primarily in the slum and the dump nearby. The understated background music helps set the mood for the story. The character development is outstanding; the fortitude of the boy and his grandfather is admirable. My favorite part is when Daddu goes to buy a cricket ball for Aslam. We see how much the boy means to him and that he will do anything to help him get ahead. Then, another man comes with additional gear for him and we see the support of his community. When Aslam tries out for the cricket team I held my breath; he pulls from deep within himself and much to everyone's surprise, everything comes together. Daddu is promoted to teach others how to recycle - a perfect ending.
The film's message is that dreams can come true with hard work. It also delivers a message about the importance of recycling.
I give Mera Daddu 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 18. By Pamela L., KIDS FIRST!
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