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Bandie
1978·Movie
·2h 21min·
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High energy, no humor.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension7
- Violence7
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Deeply moving and cathartic
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos9
- Family Dynamics9
- Catharsis8
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy1
- Dark Humor1
World
Family, crime, and class and money
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Narrative Structure7
- Intrigue7
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality8
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and cathartic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, cathartic, and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowFamily, crime, and class and money
Its world is built around family, crime, and class and money.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Centrality8Songs central to storytelling.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization2Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Maharaj Brajbhan lives a wealthy lifestyle in Bharatpur, India along with his wife, Badi Rani, but have been unable to conceive for Bharatpur, and have no choice but to leave it's reigns with Brajban's widowed cousin, Vikram, and his son, Kanchan. When Vikram finds out that Badi Rani is pregnant, he plots to first sully her character by having her abducted, then shunned by the Maharaj, and then decides to have her killed. But her killer has a change of heart and lets her live. She gives birth to a son, names him Bhola, and starts living a simple lifestyle in a Mandir with the help of it's Poojary. Years later Vikram finds out she is alive and kills her, as well the Poojary and the Poojary's son. Bhola witnesses this, manages to escape, starts to live with a poor widow, grows up uneducated, and makes a living through crime.
Bollywood MelodramaRevenge SagaLost Heir1970s Hindi CinemaCrime DramaClass ConflictFamily BetrayalHigh-Drama
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Is Bandie worth watching?
54
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 4.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Bandie rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Bandie?
2 h 21 min
Bandie runs 2 h 21 min.
What language is Bandie in?
HindiRussian
It was made in Hindi, with some Russian. Produced in India.
In how many countries can I watch Bandie?
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