Gulzar’s Ijaazat: Insights into the Film
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By the time Gulzar made Ijaazat (1987), action-packed potboilers had replaced the genteel romanticism of yore, leaving few takers for a film about lost love and a broken marriage. And yet, three decades later, Ijaazat is a film that has endured. Gulzar’s interpretation of a love triangle in Ijaazat – an evocative exploration of the strength and fragility of human relationships – was years ahead of its time. This book examines that interpretation to show how, thematically, the film was possibly Gulzar’s most daring. It highlights how his skill as a storyteller – at once romantic and realistic – is exemplified by his complex characters. Contributing to that understanding is how the film’s power also derived hugely from its sublime musical score by R.D. Burman. Drawing on Gulzar’s recollections of the making of the film, Mira Hashmi”s book embraces the memory of the ‘love’ that for the poet wasn’t always the answer, but a part of the question.
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Debi Dutta –
A book to cherish..
A book well-written to match the rhythm of the classic film. No images in the book, but very informative. Lots of moments from the making of the film. Overall, a great book for Gulzar and RD Burman fans.
Arnab Banerjee –
Must-Read book on a classic
Extremely well researched & well written, this is a pleasurable read on one of the underrated classics of Hindi cinema. Every aspect of the film has been touched upon and the anecdotes make for a great read, & would compel you to watch the film again and listen to its songs on a loop. This book is highly recommended for fans of Gulzar Saab, Pancham, and for lovers of Film & Music
Shivani Rana –
Amazing read
A beautiful book
Shweta gupta –
Nice one
Beautiful movie heart touching moments
RB –
The Film Is An Excellent Companion To This Book 🙂
Wonderfully written !In a cogent 125 pages, the author dissects all aspects of the film, in well-organized sections. The narration of the shooting at Kudremukh National Park (Karnataka) made for fascinating reading. As also the narration and reminder of the pleasant memory that this film had not one but two Kapoors gracing the screen. And yes, Pancham fans, (which includes me), there is an entire chapter on the music.My favorite chapter, however, was the preface. The author lends a unique perspective on Hindi films, as viewed by a fan in Pakistan. Not merely a fan, she is eminently qualified, being an assistant professor teaching film studies, and writing about films for over two decades. She also met Gulzar for his input into this book, in 2015.