The Diplomat, directed by Shivam Nair, is undoubtedly a good film, but I was a little disappointed upon finishing it. The reason is that I didn't feel like the creative team was able to tap into the film's full potential. I think the director should be very clear about whether he prefers a more massive strategy (where the emphasis is on creating genuine heroic moments, regardless of their meaning) or if he prefers a more realistic approach and delving into the details of the world in which it is set. While watching The Diplomat, I felt like the team didn't know which way to turn. I mean, both Ek Tha Tiger and Madras Cafe deal with diplomacy, covert operations, and espionage, and both have a clear idea of what they want to do. I understand that The Diplomat is based on a true story, but a bit more world-building and detailing, especially regarding Uzma's horrific experience in Buner, would have made the film much more impactful. I felt that the entire Buner sequence,...
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