Movie Review: Come and see - Russian movie

 What you think about Jallianwala Bagh Massacre? 

Dwyer ordered his soldiers to shoot the largely gathered crowd. The Jallianwala Bagh could only be exited on on side, as its other three sides were enclosed by buildings, After blocking the exit with his troops, he ordered them to shoot at the crowd, continuing to fire even as the protestors tries to flee. The troops kept on firing until their amination was exhausted. Estimates of those killed vary from 379 to 1500 or more people and over 1200 other people were injured of whom 192 were seriously injured.  

Consider both perspectives: On one side, there's a peaceful gathering protesting the Rowlett Act, while on the other, there are trained soldiers armed with guns and advanced lethal weapons. What might have been going through Dwyer's mind when he gave the order to shoot? He stated his intent was to punish the Indians for their disobedience, but did he truly mean it? I have my doubts, especially considering that there were children and women present in the crowd. It's possible to witness the darker aspects of humanity. Art consistently endeavors to uncover these darker sides of human nature. It's quite astonishing to observe that the same soldier could be a father or a son.

Burning house:

German soldiers are setting fire to a house filled with numerous people, reminiscent of the tragic events at Jallianwala Bagh. As they watch the flames, the soldiers are seen drinking and seemingly enjoying the chaos. How is it that a human being finds pleasure in causing harm to others? It's an irony. isn't it? Should we hold these soldiers entirely accountable for their actions? Or should we approach them with understanding, much like correcting a mistake made by a child? You might feel anger towards such a suggestion, but consider this: these individuals aren't inherently inclined to kill. They wouldn't want their own families subjected to such horrors. So, what happened to them? Was it an influence like 'Satan' that altered their state of mind, leading to such actions? It's rare for a person, under normal circumstances (although exceptions exist), to commit such atrocities. Perhaps, temporarily, these individuals were afflicted by a kind of mental disturbance, akin to being influenced by 'Satan.' There's truth on both sides of this debate. My perspective leans towards addressing this darker influence rather than solely blaming the soldiers. 

When the commander, among other German soldiers, pleaded with the Russian soldiers, he appealed for his freedom due to his advanced age and the fact that he had 14 grandchildren. He asserted that he had never personally inflicted harm on anyone. Meanwhile, other soldiers were literally begging for their lives, even after they had caused the death of the Russian soldiers' child and wife. How could the German soldiers expect mercy from the Russian soldiers after their actions? Is this expectation of mercy not acceptable? Intriguingly, despite the circumstances, one high-ranking officer continued to express a belief that the Russians were not worthy of survival. Consider observing the influence of a darker force within him.   

What a War can do?

The German soldiers killed his uncle and relatives, leaving no chance for the cow to escape either. A young victim, who has lost his family due to the war, now finds himself in a situation where he has no other options. As a result, he is forced to sleep beside the dead cow.

The boy finds himself seated near the inferno of a house where all the villagers have tragically perished in the fire. How does this overwhelming situation affect the boy emotionally? He was compelled to approach the deceased because German soldiers insisted on taking a photograph with him, holding him at gunpoint. Despite the distressing circumstances, the soldiers ultimately left the boy behind near the burning house.

Ultimately, the boy's mind was infiltrated by darkness ('Saidan'). The German soldiers' success lay in transferring this darkness from themselves to the Russians. To illustrate, envision a 400-meter relay race where one runner passes the torch to the next to continue running. Similarly, the German soldiers passed on this darkness to the Russians. This raises the fundamental question: What are we, as individuals, passing on to the next person? What legacy are we leaving for the upcoming generations?

Introduction makes the Interesting:

The opening shot of this movie captivated my interest immediately. It struck me as an unconventional scene. An elderly man persistently repeats, "Where are you? Where are you hiding?" At first, it's challenging to discern whom he's addressing, but eventually, I realized he was calling out to the concept of war.

Reflection:

Observing his reflection in the well's water, the boy appears contemplative. What is he truly seeking as he gazes into the water? Could it be a sense of relief upon not finding anyone else in the well? Or is there a profound realization dawning upon him about being entangled in the midst of war? I believe this moment marks a shift from childhood to adulthood for him. Subsequently, there seems to be a noticeable change in his demeanor and attitude, signifying a transformative point in his journey.

Innocence: 

Do you think she fell victim to the German attack on this forest? Among the casualties, she was one of them. The following morning, she bathed in the mist among the trees, finding an unprecedented enjoyment in life. Is it during times of peril that we truly live life to the fullest? Do we attain a heightened consciousness when our lives are at risk?

Conclusion:

This movie depicts a true event from the Second World War. On this day, two significant wars are ongoing. Have we truly progressed as human beings? Undoubtedly, yes. The treatment of civilians has notably improved compared to the past. In the current scenario, when civilians come under attack, the entire world raises its voice to condemn such acts. We should maintain a positive outlook, believing that our values will continue to improve with each passing day.