The Power of Storytelling in Visual Media: Psychological themes from Cinema and Television
Movies and Television shows have been a huge part of my life since childhood. From eagerly waiting for “The Big Bang Theory” on Comedy Central as a 12-year-old to rewatching it almost daily as an 18-year-old adult, this show has provided me comfort and helped me understand human relationships as a child. During my 12 th grade board examinations watching at least one episode of the show became a ritual to ease my preparation and to relax. Beyond relaxation, movies and long format content have a profound influence on us, shaping our perceptions and behaviour. In this blog, I am to explore the intricate psychological themes present in Indian cinema by analysing a few characters and their behaviour we will uncover how these stories narrate and show us the reality of humans and their behaviour Psychological themes in Indian Cinema Identity and Self- Discovery (Tamasha and Queen) In Indian cinema, films like Tamasha and Queen show the self-discovery journeys of its protagonists. In “Tamasha...