"The Pink Mirror"

Intrigue and Indian Drag

- Amos Lassen

Two Indian drag queens and a teenager are at odds over the same handsome guy. Unlike the drag queens, the teenager is Western and so "The Pink Mirror" comes across as a clash of East vs. West. The drag queens are glib, witty and adept at the art of seduction; the teen is sly and sexual. What the film really looks at is the Indian gay scene and the way drag queens share a special bond in India.

Of our drag queens, loud and raucous Bibbo is a Bollywood fashion designer and malicious while Shabbo is soft, sensual and malicious. They are both in their late 30's and are as passionate as they are desperate. They share a unique bond but it changes at will. At one moment they are best friends and "sisters" and at another they fight lie cats in heat. When handsome Samir comes into their lives, Bibbo pretends to be the aspiring actor's driver (even though she/he does not have a car). When Shabbo sees Samir she attempts to seduce him right in front of Bibbo. But Bibbo has some information on Shabbo which she will use if need be.

Now into the picture comes Mandy, a young Westerner who claims to be gay and has his eyes focused tightly on Samir and he is direct in his seduction of the hunk. As to who wins Samir will only be disclosed if you see the film so get a copy.

There is reality in this film and while it may not be mine, many will be able to identify with the happenings. The acting, at times, leaves much to be desired, the subtitles are not perfect and the references to HIV are off a bit and contrived but on the whole, I really enjoyed "The Pink Mirror".

Link : http://www.amazon.com/THE-PINK-MIRROR/dp/B000EJW4GK