welled up with tears. This scene made him more realistic, more life-like because it showed the viewers that he has a heart. Also, when he yelled at his wife at Ashram, I felt that he was only human, and he is entitled to be frustrated and angry. That scene proves that he is not perfect and he has his faults like everyone else.I loved the sights and sounds in the film. The scenery and the music added life to the film. The reality of the images shown helped me connect emotionally with the film. Seeing the poverty, seeing the injustice, hearing the hope, it was all very impactful. I was uncomfortable with the way Gandhi was portrayed at times. The movie depicted him as more than a hero, it showed him being worshipped and idolized at times. I find this rather peculiar, because Ghandi did not want to be revered and he certainly didn’t seem to like attention, he was far too humble for that. I was also disturbed by the submissivness of Ghandi’s wife. At times I felt that she was only his shadow, not his equal partner. I am not sure if this is because of the movie's point of view, or if in reality she was just a passive female. She did not take an active role in her husband’s agenda, and neither did she voice her opinions. Mahatma Ghandi was not a head of state or even a diplomat, yet he impacted millions of people. His virtues of courage, persistence, and humility and his wisdom helped free a nation from its oppressors. He peacefully accomplished his goal, and was a martyr for society. He is an icon of past generations and will continue to be so for many generations to come....
