Phas Gaya Sisyphus(2024)

Storyline

Hari, a migrant worker, dreams of a fresh start and runs away with a local girl. After taking a wrong turn, he gets stuck in a strange, endless time loop where he can't escape. He must find a way to break free from this trap or remain cursed forever.

“Trapped in time, can he escape his fate?”

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

• The film's title directly references the Greek myth of Sisyphus, who was punished to roll a boulder up a hill for eternity.
• Director Saumesh Bangera is known for short films, and this is his first full-length feature film.
• The movie was primarily shot in the rural landscapes of Maharashtra to create a sense of isolation.
• It uses practical effects and clever editing to create the illusion of the time loop without heavy CGI.
• The lead actor, playing Hari, reportedly underwent physical training to perform repetitive loop sequences.
• The story draws parallels between the endless labour of migrant workers and Sisyphus's mythical punishment.
• The film had a limited theatrical release but gained attention through film festival screenings in India.