AMAL (2007) - ♦♦♦♦

Directed by - Richie Metha

Written by - Richie Metha (based on a short story by Shaun Metha)

Starring - Rupinder Nagra, Naseeruddin Shah, Seema Biswas

"The story of Amal, a hard working and good hearted rickshaw driver from New Delhi whose life of poverty could change forever after a millionaire he once picked up decides to leave his entire fortune. The catch, however, is that he must be found in a city of 14 million within thirty days, or the money reverts to the man's rightful family.

Mehta in his feature film directorial debut shows a great maturity in bringing this compelling and touching story to life and in juxtaposing the harsh realities of the Indian working class with the sinister machinations of the rich, whilst also carrying the message that ignorance really is bliss which might frustrate some viewers particularly in its ending. 

Nevertheless, this is a great drama of human nature and human warmth, touching and gripping from start to end."

Drama, Canada