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Harishchandrachi Factory

2009Movie1 h 36 min

ComedyDrama
82
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.4Rotten Tomatoes–98%

A nostalgic, moving comedy movie about history and a real life story, with standout direction and performances.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Not for scares, laughs or brutality.

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Story

In 1913 India's cinema industry is born from Dadasaheb Phalke's efforts to make Raja Harishchandra (1913), India's first feature-length B&W silent film.

Feels like

  • Marathi Cinema History
  • Biographical Drama
  • Meta-Cinematic Origin Story
  • Cultural Heritage Preservation
  • Passion for Art
  • Colonial Era India
  • Educational Narrative
  • Inspirational True Story
  • Theatrical Realism
  • Social Reform

Cast

2 of 2

Crew

Directed by
Paresh Mokashi
Written by
Paresh Mokashi
Produced by
Ronnie Screwvala, Paresh Mokashi, Smiti Kanodia
Music by
Anand Modak

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

January 15, 2009 · 1 h 36 min · Strong Language

Released
January 15, 2009
Runtime
1 h 36 min
Content
Strong Language
Genres
Comedy, Drama, History
Original language
Marathi
Made in
India
Available in
24 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Harishchandrachi Factory?"

Questions about Harishchandrachi Factory

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Harishchandrachi Factory?

It streams in 22 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Harishchandrachi Factory worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82 (IMDb 8.4).

Is Harishchandrachi Factory okay for kids?

Strong language

Yes: its content advisories are strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will Harishchandrachi Factory make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Is Harishchandrachi Factory plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Harishchandrachi Factory in English?

Marathi

No, it was made in Marathi.