Par 6 (2002)

There is no aspect of this film that falls short, except perhaps in minor ways. 

The documentary depicts the indigenous people of Mexico with sublime reverence, highlighting a generational harmony with the land.

The film seems like an extreme interpretation of the conspiracy theorists that exist in real life. And then, there’s the twist.

Rather than focusing on the bleak, cynical aspects of life post-pandemic, the focus is optimistic and hopeful.

The Mandolorian has a more nuanced and commentative take on masculinity that refrains from praising the toxic traits associated with the social category, while also showing a more positive and transformative representation of masculine characters.

In this short film, writer/director Nikita Hattangady focuses on Jai, a starving artist rooted in the latter category. Though unhoused, he works hard.