Cast
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Vinnie Jones
as Sir Norman Smith
Stephen Lang
as D.I.G Sunil Raina
Luke Pasqualino
as DCP Jimmy
Joseph K. Bevilacqua
as Abraham Lincoln
Om Puri
as T.G.
Bobbie Phillips
as Elizabeth
Nassar
as SSP Ashok
Alessandro Novelli
as Emily
Jesus Sans
as Gandhi
Alen Thomson
as Madan Lal
Rajit Kapoor
as Jawaharlal Nehru
Govind Namdeo
as Morarji Desai ; D.S. Parchure
Ananth Narayan Mahadevan
as Professor Jain
Vikas Shrivastav
as Nathuram Godse
Mark Moses
as Sir Percy Sillitoe
Crew
Director
- Karim Traïdia
- Pankaj Sehgal
Writer
- Ralitza Ivanova
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Gandhi Murder examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Karim Traïdia brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2019, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Gandhi Murder took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 118 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 159 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 314 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 913 individual shots.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 30, 2019
- Runtime: 1h 58m