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The Naxalites(1980)
Hindi141 mins
The Naxalites (1980) is a 141-minute Hindi film directed by Khwaja Ahmad Abbas. Starring Dina Pathak and Smita Patil. With an audience rating of 7.3/10, The Naxalites stands as one of the notable Hindi releases of 1980.
Director:Khwaja Ahmad Abbas
Mood:
darkemotionaldisturbing
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1980
- Director
- Khwaja Ahmad Abbas
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 21m
- GudVibe Rating
- 7.3/10
Storyline
This story follows the Naxalite movement in India. It shows people from different walks of life joining an armed struggle. The film is based on real events and figures, exploring the social conditions that sparked the rebellion.
“When injustice rises, ordinary people take up arms.”
Film Details
7.3Rating
141Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date31 December 1980
Release Typetheatrical
Parental Guide
Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionaldisturbing
Themes
corruptionjusticesurvivalidentity
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audiencearthouse
Best Withalone
Violence4
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3
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Trivia
- The film was based on the real-life Naxalite movement and included characters inspired by leaders like Charu Majumdar.
- Director Khwaja Ahmad Abbas was known for his socially conscious films and often tackled political themes in his work.
- It was one of the few Hindi films of its time to directly address the Naxalite movement and its impact on Indian society.
- The movie faced censorship challenges due to its sensitive political subject matter and portrayal of armed resistance.
- Abbas collaborated with writer Mulk Raj Anand on the script, blending dramatic storytelling with real events.
- The film's release coincided with a period of heightened political awareness in India during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
- It featured a mix of professional actors and newcomers to give an authentic feel to the characters' backgrounds.