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The Elephant God

1979·Movie
2h 0min

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Strong craft, striking style.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Hopeful and nostalgic

  • Hopefulness7
  • Nostalgia7
  • Wholesome6

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Physical Comedy4

World

Mystery, history, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

Set in the holy city of Benares, this is the second film about the detective Feluda, who goes on a holiday with his cousin, Topshe, and his friend, Lalmohan Ganguly. But the theft of a priceless deity of Lord Ganesh (the Elephant God) from a local household forces him to investigate.
Indian DetectiveClassic MysteryFamily AdventureBenares SettingCultural ImmersionNostalgic CharmTheft InvestigationWholesome EntertainmentIntriguing Plot

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Where can I stream The Elephant God legally?

The Elephant God is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Elephant God worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Elephant God?

2 h 0 min

The Elephant God runs 2 h 0 min.

What language is The Elephant God in?

Bangla

It was made in Bangla. Produced in India.

In how many countries can I watch The Elephant God?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Elephant God in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.