The Warrior(2001)
The Warrior is a 2001 Hindi-language historical drama film directed by Asif Kapadia. It stars Irrfan Khan as Lafcadia, a warrior in feudal Rajasthan. The film follows Lafcadia as he renounces violence and attempts to escape his past as a killer for a local lord. Shot on location in Rajasthan and the Himalayas, the film is noted for its sparse dialogue and stunning visual storytelling. It won the BAFTA Award for Best British Film and received critical acclaim for its performances and direction. The Warrior was released in the United Kingdom in 2001 and later in India.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Amazon Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2001
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 32m 0
Storyline
A feared warrior named Lafcadia works for a cruel lord in medieval Rajasthan. After a raid, he decides to give up his sword and find peace. But his past follows him. Soldiers hunt him down. He must protect a woman and her son from the violence he brought to their lives.
“A warrior seeks peace in a violent world.”
