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Paul (Dhritiman Chaterji) and Catherine McNally (Shernaz Patel) give birth to their first daughter, Michelle (Rani Mukerji), who can neither hear nor see. Not knowing how to care for a deaf and blind child, they isolate their daughter from the outside world and as a result, she is ill-behaved and emotionally distraught. Paul even considers putting Michelle in a mental hospital until an eccentric teacher with a questionable past (Amitabh Bachchan) offers to help.
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Pradeep Menon Firstpost 10/17/2023
Bhansali seems to have a particular affinity towards his lead or major characters being disabled persons, and also Catholic. In that regard, Black stands out because of how well he married form and emotion in the film. Go to Full Review Jeffrey Chen Window to the Movies 10/08/2008
8/10
It's the details that make the whole thing work, from the performances ... to its deadly honest observations that Michelle's disabilities would create obstacles that would reach far beyond her loss of sight and hearing. Go to Full Review Mark R. Leeper rec.arts.movies.reviews 05/15/2007
8/10
Bhansali built a visually beautiful film around the story of "The Miracle Worker." It is hard to imagine such an elegant and satisfying film coming from the Bollywood system. Go to Full Review Future Movies UK 04/30/2005
10/10
National Post 02/04/2005
2.5/4
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yash b @yashbansal 10/23/2021 "Black" is a movie that works because it tries to be completely different from the typical Bollywood style. I am not saying I don't enjoy that energetic and song-filled style, but I think for this story the approach to be a bit more serious works really well. The movie showcases top-notch performances from everyone involved and a very human storyline. I have seen some criticisms that there are moments that feel a bit overacted, and while I can see that in a few scenes, for the most part, the movie felt real and convincing. It's a movie with strong messages and a good story that is paced well and works well at an emotional level. Overall, it is a movie that is unique to Indian cinema and is worth checking out whether you are a Bollywood fan or not. See more 09/05/2019 Black is a truly exceptional film, starting from the music of Michelle's Theme, it tugs at your heart strings and makes you feel alive. Rani Mukerji may have overacted a tiny bit but she pulled it off very well. Black showcased her ability to play a role that wasn't sweet or beautiful or a perfectionist, but a character with immense vulnerability. Amitabh Bachchan never disappoints. This is a story that can inspire everybody and an ending that will break your heart. See more 06/06/2018 Really good marvel movie! One of the best stand alone, would have hoped for some big cameos, but nothing. Didn't have me in awe, but still a great one. See more 02/02/2016 A few things stand out in this movie like the monologue at the end, Mr. Amitabh Bachchan and Ayesha Kapoor. See more 04/15/2015 Outstanding performances by big b and rani. Stunning Classic movie made by Sanjay Leela Bhansali See more rebya m @Rebya 05/17/2014 This is a movie about overcoming obstacles. More specifically the inability to see and hear. The cinematography and color contrasts is beautiful and worth watching on its own right. Many Hollywood films attempt to portray disabilities in a bright light, but this film surely takes 'bright' into whole new spectrum. A disability such as the one portrayed on this film is about patience, tolerance, and most of all, commitment. See more Read all reviews
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Sanjay Leela Bhansali

Director

Amitabh Bachchan

Debraj Sahai

Rani Mukerji

Michelle McNally

Shernaz Patel

Catherine "Cathy" McNally

Dhritiman Chatterjee

Paul McNally

Nandana Sen

Sara McNally

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Synopsis Paul (Dhritiman Chaterji) and Catherine McNally (Shernaz Patel) give birth to their first daughter, Michelle (Rani Mukerji), who can neither hear nor see. Not knowing how to care for a deaf and blind child, they isolate their daughter from the outside world and as a result, she is ill-behaved and emotionally distraught. Paul even considers putting Michelle in a mental hospital until an eccentric teacher with a questionable past (Amitabh Bachchan) offers to help.
Director
Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Producer
Anshumaan Shwami, Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Screenwriter
Bhavani Iyer, Prakash Kapadia, Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Production Co
SLB Films Pvt. Ltd.
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Hindi
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 10, 2004, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
May 23, 2017
Runtime
2h 4m