After three attempts I was finally able to see the complete movie – Slumdog Millionaire. The movie initially turned me off with its portrayal of stark reality but it turns out to be an incredible love story. This is the redeeming feature of the film apart from the rags to riches story. The first part appalls you – makes your hair stand on end. It is perhaps the reality of India but it nauseates – it is outrageous, it is frightening. Is this really happening in our country? Are the children going through such inhumane brutality? Is someone doing anything to save orphaned, street children or are they left uncared for to become victims of criminals/ underworld? The movie is a celebration of India’s sordidness.