THIS WEEK Gandhi to Hitler was the film that left a mark with the critics. The reviews of the film are good as the film shows the differences in the ideologies of two men who changed the course of their country. While applauding the director for taking up such a difficult subject, the film also faces criticism.

It shows two great men and how the way they think affects two different nations. The film also brings to the table the misty facts where Hitler and Gandhi actually have a connection. The Mahatma wrote to the Nazi tyrant two to three times to think about what he is doing and how that is affecting everything and it is included in ‘Gandhi to Hitler.’

The one flaw that strikes the eye is that all the characters are played by Indians. Even Hitler and his girlfriend are played by Indian actors. This sometimes disturbs the story.

Hitler is shown at the end of his life. He is at a place where he is suspicious of all the people around him and Berlin’s worst phase in human history is over as Hitler has fallen. Gandhi at this point writes two letters to Hitler asking him to think over his action. The theme of the film makes one think time and again about the frivolity and the uselessness of war. It is very relevant in moderns times where countries are experiencing war like situations or are fighting against terrorism.

The film makes you think but it falls short of becoming a critically acclaimed film due to the acting and sometimes also directing. All in all, people who are really fascinated by Hitler or Gandhi should positively give this film a try.