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Borunbabur Bondhu

2020·Movie
2h 3min

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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Spectacle3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Moving and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Satire & Parody2

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchThought-Provoking

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About

School Friend

Borun Chakraborty, a grumpy old man, leads a lonely life with his bedridden wife and an emotionally distant family. Things take a turn for the unexpected after the country's president gets in touch with him.
Character StudyEmotional DramaSlice-of-LifeFamily RelationshipsUnexpected ConnectionsLater-Life DevelopmentHeartwarming & MelancholySubtle HumorHuman ConditionReflective

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Borunbabur Bondhu legally?

Borunbabur Bondhu is included with a subscription to Hulu and Hoichoi in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Borunbabur Bondhu worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Borunbabur Bondhu?

2 h 3 min

Borunbabur Bondhu runs 2 h 3 min.

What language is Borunbabur Bondhu in?

Bangla

It was made in Bangla. Produced in India.

In how many countries can I watch Borunbabur Bondhu?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Borunbabur Bondhu in 98 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.