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A , romance movie: , but never childish, .
Good for date night · friends night · teens
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A classic Indian drama of love, sacrifice, downfall and redemption.
A tourist guide meets an unhappy married woman who wants to take up dancing. With his motivation, she becomes a successful dancer but success corrupts the man's mind.
Classic Bollywood RomanceRedemptionSocial IssuesMusical ScoreComplex CharactersThought-ProvokingMelodramaticIndian Cinema1960s Film
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Is Guide worth watching?
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GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 8.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Guide?
3 h 3 min
Guide runs 3 h 3 min.
Will Guide make me laugh?
A touch
Not really. Humor is rare. The humor is mostly sharp wit.
Is Guide plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Mostly character-driven. It leans on character depth and pathos more than on its plot.
Can I half-watch Guide?
Easy watchDemanding
Mostly, yes. It asks for some focus, but our viewing guide says you can drop in and out.
Is Guide good for date night?
and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational
Yes. Our viewing guide lists it for date night. Romance is a big part of it.
Will Guide scare me?
Not scaryTerrifying
No.
Will I feel good after watching Guide?
BleakHopeful
Mixed feelings. It balances dark and hopeful moments.
Is Guide based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
What language is Guide in?
HindiEnglish
It was made in Hindi, with some English. Produced in India.