I stumbled upon “Re-Routing” through a reel that highlighted its clever marketing — and something about it made me think, “Hey, this is worth checking out.”
I had no idea what the film was about. No expectations. No prior reading. I just walked in — and was completely blown away.
“Re-Routing,” directed by Kankana Chakraborty, is a psychological thriller that traps you in its atmosphere from the first frame to the last. The story follows two individuals caught in the prison of their own minds, and one night changes everything. It’s haunting, emotionally raw, and disturbingly honest. But more than anything, it’s beautifully made.
Let’s talk about how visually stunning this film is. Every frame genuinely felt like a painting. The lighting, the color grading, the staging — all of it had such care and craft behind it. If I had made a movie like that, I’d be dragging people into theatres myself just to make sure they witness it. Mridul Sen absolutely nailed the look of the film. The control over lighting alone is worthy of study.
Kankana Chakraborty as Kuhu is phenomenal. She owns the role with quiet intensity, while Barun Chanda brings immense gravitas. Both performances are immaculate. There’s not a second where you’re not glued to what’s unfolding between them.
The editing is another major highlight. Every cut feels so intentional — it doesn’t just serve the plot, it builds anxiety. You feel what Kuhu is feeling. The blackouts, the voiceover shifts, the blending of internal monologue with onscreen presence — genius. Amitava Dasgupta’s editing is top-notch and gives the film its psychological edge.
The screenplay is tight, disturbing in all the right ways, and incredibly layered. The characters don’t just exist — they live. The whole film feels like a passion project where every single person involved gave it their all. And it shows.
“Re-Routing” is the kind of film that makes you believe in indie cinema again. A film made with love, honesty, and precision. We need more like this.
