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Sakhavu

2017Movie2 h 43 min

Drama
54
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1

A moving, philosophical drama movie about politics and everyday modern life, with standout performances and characters.

Good for friends night · teens · thought-provoking

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Not for laughs, warmth or scares.

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Story

Comrade Krishna Kumar wants to make it big in politics but lacks the ideals a sakhavu should possess. He is ruthless enough to even get rid of friends who might be possible hurdles on his way up. His paths cross with that of a veteran comrade, sakhavu Krishnan and the film depicts how his life influences Krishna Kumar.

Feels like

  • Political Drama
  • Moral Decay
  • Kerala Cinema
  • Ideological Conflict
  • Character Study
  • Social Realism
  • Power Dynamics
  • Ethical Ambiguity
  • Comrade Archetype
  • Cynical Worldview

Cast

24 of 30

Crew

Directed by
Sidhartha Siva
Written by
Sidhartha Siva
Produced by
B. Rakesh
Music by
Prashant Pillai

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Facts

April 14, 2017 · 2 h 43 min · Violence, Strong Language

Released
April 14, 2017
Runtime
2 h 43 min
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
Malayalam
Made in
India
Budget
$780,000
Box office
$2 million
Available in
1 country

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4 questions, like "Where can I stream Sakhavu?"

Questions about Sakhavu

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Where can I stream Sakhavu?

It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is Sakhavu worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54 (IMDb 6.1).

Is Sakhavu plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Sakhavu in English?

Malayalam

No, it was made in Malayalam.