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The Boy with the Topknot

2017Movie1 h 27 min

62
DecentGoodWatch score

A moving, melancholic drama movie about everyday modern life and family, with standout characters.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Story

Born to traditional Punjabi parents and growing up in Wolverhampton, Sathnam Sanghera moves to London after graduating from Cambridge University. Now in his late 20s he is planning to reveal to his family that he will defy expectations of an arranged marriage - but instead learns a painful family secret.

Feels like

  • British-Indian Culture
  • Family Secrets
  • Intergenerational Trauma
  • Coming-of-Age Drama
  • Cultural Identity
  • Emotional Resonance
  • Arranged Marriage
  • Mental Health

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Lynsey Miller
Produced by
Nisha Parti
Music by
Ben Brazier

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Facts

November 13, 2017 · 1 h 27 min · Strong Language

Released
November 13, 2017
Runtime
1 h 27 min
Content
Strong Language
Genres
Drama, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
2 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream The Boy with the Topknot?"

Questions about The Boy with the Topknot

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Boy with the Topknot?

It streams in 2 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Boy with the Topknot worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62 (IMDb 6.7).

Is The Boy with the Topknot 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 The Boy with the Topknot good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.