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Satya

1998·Movie
2h 50min
81
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Relentless energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and brutally violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8

Heart

Moving and cathartic

  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7
  • Melancholy5

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and society

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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A young man named Satya comes to Mumbai from South India in search of a job. Jailed for something he did not do, the once-honest young man meets an underworld boss, Bhiku Mhatre in jail and joins his gang.
Indian Crime SagaMumbai UnderworldGritty RealismGangster DramaViolence and BetrayalSocial CommentaryCharacter StudyMorality and CorruptionPathos and Tragedy

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Satya

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Satya legally?

Satya is included with a subscription to fuboTV in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Satya worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 8.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Satya rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Satya?

2 h 50 min

Satya runs 2 h 50 min.

Was Satya a box office hit?

Budget$310,000
Box office$2 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $310,000 to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 7.4 times its budget.

What language is Satya in?

HindiMarathi

It was made in Hindi, with some Marathi. Produced in India.

In how many countries can I watch Satya?

3GBINUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Satya in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Satya use?

Even Evil Has Loved OnesCowboy CopDeath GlareMysterious PastMood WhiplashPay Evil unto EvilVice CityThe StoicVillain ProtagonistGiggling Villain

TV Tropes lists 10 storytelling tropes for Satya, including Even Evil Has Loved Ones, Cowboy Cop, Death Glare.