It can reveal ghosts and premonitions (Sivi or Aa Dekhen Zara), or even tear down political dreams (Scoopor 2011’s Ko). However, beyond such pulpy titles lie films that have used photography as a lens to reveal the inner landscapes of the protagonist. For instance, the war photographer lead in films likeCivil War and A Thousand Times Good Night crumbles under her existential search for meaning in the chaos, or discovers the scars her risky endeavours have left in her life. As Sean Penn’s character says in The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty, “If I like a moment — personally — I don’t like to have the distraction of the camera. From The Hindu cinema team, a fortnightly column recommending films and shows tied to a mood, theme, or pop cultural event.