A movie can be a successful in two different ways. One would be the commercial value the movie produces. The other would be to leave a significant amount of thinking in the minds of the audience. This movie would fit in the later part. Swades, albeit being commercially unsound, is definitely a movie of mere quality. This is not the kind of movie where you can expect action, fun etc., Rather this movie focuses on the grass root level on why India is still a developing nation.

This movie clearly depicts the true image of India's poverty, caste system etc.,. The story was told in a way that it does not hurt any of the Indian tradition or its culture. After seeing this movie, a urban citizen can understand where the problem really is and what can be done to avoid it.

A Revolution cannot happen within a day or two. These kind of movies could only show what is happening around us. The movie makers' success lies in the small thought they are able to inject into audience's minds.

The script, the place, the actors, the music - all were just perfect. Still this movie cannot make a significant collection in box office because of the lack of commerciality.

Yet i would suggest every Indian to watch this movie. You can really feel that you have gained something after watching this masterpiece.

10 out of 10.