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Partition

2007·Movie
1h 56min·R
53
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Spectacle5
  • Violence5

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8
  • Romance7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

History, society, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7

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About

Determined to leave the ravages of war behind, 38 year old Gian Singh resigns from the British Indian Army to a quiet life. His world is soon thrown in turmoil, when he suddenly finds himself responsible for the life of a 17 year old girl, traumatized by the events that separated her from her family.
Historical DramaPartition of IndiaLove StoryCultural ConflictEmotionalCharacter-DrivenPoliticalTragic

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Partition legally?

Partition is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Partition worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 38%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Partition rated?

RViolence

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Partition?

1 h 56 min

Partition runs 1 h 56 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Partition?

Critics38
Audiences71

Not quite. Audiences rate Partition higher (71) than critics (38). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Partition in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, South Africa, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Partition?

8CAGBGGINITSMUSVA

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Partition in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.