Parvati Balagopalan's 'Straight' is an okay fare, that needed a better script. But there is something unmissable in this rather under-rated film, that is, Vinay Pathak. The Talented Actor pitches in a delightful central performance, that rises above the material & turns out to be its biggest merit.
'Straight' Synopsis: After being rejected by women, a restaurant-owner attempts to deal with homosexuality.
To be honest, 'Straight' does work, but only in the second-hour. The first-hour is slow-paced & very uninspiring. The actual excitement begins in the second-hour, which I must say, does engage. The Screenplay, overall, is flawed. The journey of its confused protagonist needed more pace & definitely more humor. Parvati Balagopalan's Direction is well-done. Cinematography, Editing & Art Design, are passable.
Performance-Wise: Its a Vinay Pathak show all the way. He never fails to deliver & keeps you hooked even when the script falters. He's the lifeline of the enterprise. Gul Panag is decent, as always. Siddhartha Makkar delivers confidently.
On the whole, 'Straight' may not boast a particularly engaging story, but it does offer one of Vinay Pathak's Best Performances!
