Gandhi (1982) movie poster

Gandhi (1982)

"His triumph changed the world forever."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 84% (RT: 89%, MC: 79) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaHistory

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Runtime
3h 11m
Country
India, United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.6/10 (2,476 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
89%
Metacritic
79
Cast
Ben Kingsley as Mahatma Gandhi
Candice Bergen as Margaret Bourke-White
Edward Fox as General Dyer
John Gielgud as Lord Irwin
Trevor Howard as Judge Broomfield
John Mills as Lord Chelmsford
Rohini Hattangadi as Kasturba Gandhi
Martin Sheen as Vince Walker
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,476 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 84%.
Overview
In the early years of the 20th century, Mohandas K. Gandhi, a British-trained lawyer, forsakes all worldly possessions to take up the cause of Indian independence. Faced with armed resistance from the British government, Gandhi adopts a policy of 'passive resistance', endeavouring to win freedom for his people without resorting to bloodshed. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the practical effects used in the climax were achieved without any CGI.
  • The incredible score for Gandhi was composed in just a few weeks after the original composer dropped out.
  • The original script for Gandhi was written over a decade before production finally began in 1982.
Audience Consensus

Gandhi is a 1982 drama, history film directed by Richard Attenborough. In the early years of the 20th century, Mohandas K. Gandhi, a British-trained lawyer, forsakes all worldly possessions to take up the cause of Indian independence.

Faced with armed resistance from the British government, Gandhi adopts a policy of 'passive resistance', endeavouring to win freedom for his people without resorting to bloodshed. The film has been rated by 2,476 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Gandhi delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Gandhi (1982) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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