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Devi

1960·Movie
1h 39min·NR
76
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Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Spectacle5
  • Scare4

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody4
  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Faith and meaning, history, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and characters

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8

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About

A devout upper-class Hindu has a vision in a dream that his daughter-in-law is the human incarnation of the Goddess Kali and begins worshipping her.
Bengali CinemaReligious FanaticismSupernatural Drama19th Century IndiaCritique of SuperstitionFamily & TraditionPsychological TensionMelodramaticClassic Film

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Devi worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Devi rated?

NRSuicide themesDisturbing imagery

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: suicide themes and disturbing imagery.

How long is Devi?

1 h 39 min

Devi runs 1 h 39 min.

What language is Devi in?

Bangla

It was made in Bangla. Produced in India.

In how many countries can I watch Devi?

6BECAGBGGITUS

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What tropes does Devi use?

Voiceover LetterTaking the VeilBelief Makes You StupidDeath of a ChildKubrick StareOff-into-the-Distance EndingBarefoot PovertyGratuitous EnglishCock-a-Doodle DawnDream SequenceFlashbackDowner Endingand 1 more

TV Tropes lists 13 storytelling tropes for Devi, including Voiceover Letter, Taking the Veil, Belief Makes You Stupid.