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Like Stars on Earth
तारे ज़मीन पर
2007 162 min India PG 0+
★8.4
Drama
Director: Aamir Khan
Trailers
Description
Ishaan Awasthi is an eight-year-old whose world is filled with wonders that no one else seems to appreciate. Colours, fish, dogs, and kites don't seem important to the adults, who are much more interested in things like homework, marks, and neatness. Ishaan cannot seem to get anything right in class; he is then sent to boarding school, where his life changes forever.
Budget:
$2.6M
US Gross:
$1.22M
Worldwide:
$28.43M
Starring
Darsheel Safary
Actor
Aamir Khan
Actor
Tisca Chopra
Actor
Awards
28 wins & 18 nominations total
Key opinion
This moving drama explores the struggles of a dyslexic child facing societal and parental misunderstanding. It is widely celebrated for its profound emotional impact and its call for empathy and acceptance of individuality.
| Emotion | The film's poignant portrayal of a misunderstood child evokes a powerful and visceral emotional response. | |
| Acting | Darshali Safar's performance captures Ishaan's inner world through minimal dialogue and highly expressive eyes. | |
| Direction | Aamir Khan provides a masterful directorial debut and a compassionate portrayal of the teacher. | |
| Cinematography | Vivid color palettes and imaginative visual fantasies effectively bring the protagonist's unique perspective to life. | |
| Score | While many find the musical numbers essential to the film's emotional depth, others find the songs tiresome or excessive. | |
| Originality | The story is viewed as predictable and routine, yet it remains deeply captivating and soulful. |