Photograph

"Batra composes the film with radical quietude, often observing his actors from a respectful distance. It is almost presented as a slice of life, set in Mumbai’s less salubrious quarters with the city’s endless thrum resounding in the background. Photograph is a warm, generous and tender work."

"Kind of a modern day, milder Mumbai version of When Harry Met Sally, Photograph is a beautiful portrait of friendship and breaking free of familial and societal expectations."

"Photograph fast becomes an emotional desert, disengaging to a point where I felt, dare I say it … bored."

"It is weirdly opaque and internalised, and doesn't ever really come to life."

"Photograph is decidedly old-fashioned and the outcome is never in doubt but the craft is impeccable, the performances low-key and likeable plus there is something persuasive about Batra's gentle worldview, his faith in people and love restorative."

"A winsome diversion."

"Ritesh Batra's new film is meant for an audience that can appreciate love that is unhurried."

"Batra's latest offering doesn't quite hit the sweet spot."

"A quiet charmer."

"Sanya Malhotra is superb in the role, boxed in by her own hesitation, softly and inwardly holding her own alongside the striking Geetanjali Kulkarni."