Scorsese's Endorsement: A 3-Year Labor of Love Behind Homebound
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Martin Scorsese, a cinematic legend, recently hosted a special screening of Homebound in New York, followed by an engaging Q&A session with director Neeraj Ghaywan. The acclaimed filmmaker expressed his admiration for the film, stating he has watched it multiple times and 'loved' it. This endorsement is a testament to the film's impact, which is inspired by Basharat Peer's 2020 New York Times article about two friends navigating life during the lockdown. According to Scorsese, his association with Homebound began three years ago, when he was immersed in working on the script alongside Ghaywan. The film, which has been selected as India's official entry for the Oscars in the Best International Film category, is a heartwarming tale of two friends and their families, set against the backdrop of the lockdown. The movie stars Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor and has been produced by Dharma Productions. During the Q&A session, Scorsese praised Ghaywan's approach to storytelling, saying, 'You go at it with the humanity of these two kids, plus their families.' He also expressed his appreciation for the film's ability to balance the tragedy of the story with the joy of the characters. The event was a celebration of the film's journey, with the cast and crew joined by cinematic greats, including Scorsese himself.
