The Calf Doll

Description

A retired professor in a smog-choked village in Haryana attempts to save his cow from the encroaching urbanization that threatens his rural life. To do so, he resorts to an outlawed ritual involving the crafting of a calf doll from the body of a stillborn. This act reflects his desperation and determination to preserve the remnants of his agricultural world. As the professor engages in this controversial practice, he faces opposition from the local community and wrestles with the moral implications of his actions. His decision to create the doll draws the attention of various villagers, including Mst. Satbir Singh Hooda and Chameli Devi, who become entangled in the unfolding events. Tensions rise as the professor's ritualistic endeavor leads to confrontations and challenges, marking a pivotal moment in his struggle against the forces of modernization.