There was movie screening of 12th Fail in our college. And now as the part of task assigned I'll analyze the film with specific discourse.
Comparative study of the film 12th Fail
Nowadays education is getting too much wide spread and awareness regarding to it is also seen thorough the various campaigns and social media and OTT Service and platforms through movies and all. The main motive is to spread awareness for the education and that motive is very effectively explained in the movie 12th Fail.
Overview of the movie
12th Fail," directed by the acclaimed Vidhu Vinod Chopra, is a 2023 Indian drama film that tackles the unconventional tale. Manoj Kumar Sharma, a young man from Chambal, falls short of his childhood dream of becoming an IPS officer by failing the 12th grade exams. Years later, haunted by regret and societal pressure, he makes a bold decision: restart his academic journey and conquer the notoriously difficult UPSC exam at the age of 25. The film explores themes of resilience, second chances, defying societal expectations, and the quest for self-realization. It challenges conventional notions of success and celebrates the courage to pursue one's dreams, even after facing setbacks.
Cast: Vikrant Massey delivers a powerful performance as Manoj, with supporting roles from Medha Shankar, Anshumaan Pushkar, and Priyanka Chaturvedi.
Theoretical study of framework
There are various scenes through which we can depict the deep meaning incorporated in the frames. This gives an individual the perspective to look upon the things in various critical as well as in analytic way.
So here, when we look at these frame the agnle of the frame which is take from the top which suggests that there is a very small village where the protagonist belonged to. At the very beginning of the film we cannot see any seriousness in Manoj (Protagonist) like he use to cheat during his exams for passing during his academics. Here we can see the authenticity of village in a way we can see the animals and the sound of vehicles. Overall this film deals with the technical journey of Manoj and the theme of education against the societial norms.
Looking upon the above frame we can get to know that something very dark by the color itself an individual can get to know that some trauma is face by Manoj. Yes it is true when I saw the film at that time there was the scene where he was travelling to the city for his further studies at time his luggage is being stolen and he was sitting out of the coaching class with the shock and trauma he was going through. He was completely clueless about his next step but due to his great determination he sticked to his ambition.
These scene from the film states that the exam of UPSC is the type of a snake and ladder game. And he finds thorough his journey very supportive friends which helped him to restart his game again. There are very few candidates who get selected every year among the lakhs of candidates.
The above frame looks like the jail which originally is the gate where the candidates are waiting for it to open and they look like a prison waiting for their future with uncertainty.
In this scene, Manoj is dressed in the uniform of an IPS officer in front of his real inspiration, Digvijaysingh. He reflects on his past mistakes and expresses gratitude for Digvijaysingh's encouragement, which motivated him to become an IPS officer.
The movie, the camera takes us inside the important Union Public Service Commission. It shows the unfairness in the system, especially against candidates who come from local backgrounds. There were some officers who use took interview of Manoj and there in one of the officer I found that there was a language issue he found in Manoj and stated him that you don't even know how to speak English properly and at that time he said that language is just a medium of conveying message it can be in any form.
The whole cast, especially Medha, who shows grace and warmth, supports him well. The music in the background is simple but powerful, matching the genuine performances that fill the heart touching story.
Further I found the symbol of struggle and the love which helped him to reach towards his goal.
Hugs in the movie express different feelings like satisfaction, misery and inspiration.
Struggle is found in his every phase of life throughout his educational journey. He first worked in a library and also cleaned the bathrooms he use to sleep for the 3 to 4 hours and rest of the time he used to work and study. He also worked in the Atta chakki i.e gristmill that also symbolizes that how difficult is these exam to crack and it also gives inspiration to others.
Contextualization
If we observe the changing scenario of the education system, education is becoming less about knowledge and more about entrance tests and material rewards. For the middle class and lower middle class, education is the primary means for financial gains and power. In the movie, a boy belonging to the lower class uses education as a pathway to a better social life and standing.
Education rules should balance making money with being a good person. Smart people warn us not to focus only on practical education. We're busy with exams and jobs, but education is about more - it's about being wise, kind, and living well. Real life needs skills, but learning should also be about being creative, doing the right thing, and helping others.
Thematic Study
Importance of education, the pressure of societal expectations, and importance of family and friends. moreover, it also showcases caste system, and lacking of education system. While belonging from lower class family Manoj goes through many adversities like working in library, work of grindmil, and family responsibilities. The youth of nowadays know that there's no other option then working hard. He is from a rural background. Hindi is the only language he can understand and speak.
Corruption in Government system
The movie pays tribute to a few honest civil servant who resist corruption, even when it's tempting to go along with a system that encourages dishonesty and compromise. The story begins with the focus on Manoj's father, Ramveer. He loses his simple government job because he stands up against a corrupt official and a tricky local lawmaker who misuses his power without any consequences. While the father goes to Gwalior to seek legal help for his unfair dismissal, the son, armed with his grandmother's savings and travels to Delhi to pursue his goals. The main idea is simple: India requires honest civil servants and policemen, just as much as it needs anything else to keep the country going.
Comparative Analysis
"Super 30" film released in 2019 in Hindi-language is a Biographical drama and is one the similar movie having the same themes of societial culture and education and passion towards their goal. The Anand kumar the protagonist of the movie Super 30 is also belonging to the lower-class family who was good and passionate towards his studies. So here when we see that the character of Anand Kumar is quiet similar to the Manoj Kumar when it comes to struggle and hustle against the life challenging situations.
Feminist discussion
The great mythological character of Sita in modern perspective we can see the character of Shraddha who came from the very settled family yet wanted to be became civil servant instead of opting medical studies which she left it incomplete and changed her mindset after one incident she saw during his medical practice and thought that she want's to cure the societal constraints and wanted to bring some change in the society.
In contrast, Manoj's mother handles things differently. Though Manoj's father was honest, he chooses to leave home, leaving family responsibilities behind. Under these circumstances, Manoj's mother takes charge of fulfilling family needs on her own without complaining.
Conclusion
Such motivating movies can bring a lot of positivity among the struggling youth and the concept of Restart brings hope amongst the candidates opting for such a complicated exams.
There is nothing easy in this life to achieve something you have to do extra or we can say to shine like a star an individual have to be something out of the box. Here I would like to quote a beautiful message that,' Strength and Growth can only come through continuous efforts and Struggles.'
References
Barad, Dilip, and Saurabh Khanna. “(PDF) The Changing Priorities of Education in India: A Worrisome Shift Mirrored in Popular Films and Fictions.” ResearchGate, 16 November 2023, https://www.researchgate.net/publication/375641812
Kumar, Anuj. “'12th Fail' movie review: Vidhu Vinod Chopra delivers yet another hug of hope that is more earnest than magical.” The Hindu, 26 October 2023, https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/12th-fail-movie
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