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‘Pooja, Sir’ Splits French Critics on Its Feminist Vision and Pacing

The film’s stark portrayal of caste, class and gender tensions in Nepal has drawn praise, with critics faulting its uneven pacing

«Pooja, sir» de Deepak Rauniyar souffre d’un rythme excessivement bancal.
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Overview

  • The film tracks Inspector Pooja’s mission to save two kidnapped schoolchildren in the volatile aftermath of Nepal’s 2015 constitution.
  • Le Nouvel Obs praised Deepak Rauniyar’s fearless exposure of gender, caste and class inequalities at the heart of Nepali society.
  • Libération faulted the movie’s “excessively uneven” pacing, arguing that its narrative rhythm undermines dramatic tension.
  • Featuring a lesbian lead and vivid Madhesi settings, the film represents a significant stride for LGBTQ representation and social realism in Nepal.
  • Produced by AADI Films and starring Asha Magrati, “Pooja, Sir” is Rauniyar’s third feature and his most accessible yet divisive work.