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Mirch Masala

1987·Movie
2h 1min
78
GreatGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle6
  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Moving and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

Some satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3

World

History, society, and class and money

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

Who it's for

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About

Early-1940s, rural British India. When a woman decides to fight against the village's despotic subedar and is supported by the guard of the local spice factory, more women join to defy the prevailing oppression.
Indian Historical DramaFeminist ResistanceRural Village LifeSocial JusticeColonial OppressionFemale EmpowermentStrong Female EnsembleHopeful Defiance1940s India

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Mirch Masala worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Mirch Masala rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Mirch Masala?

2 h 1 min

Mirch Masala runs 2 h 1 min.

What language is Mirch Masala in?

Hindi

It was made in Hindi. Produced in India, United Kingdom.

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