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Kasoombo

2024 · 156 min

A solemn, sweeping historical standoff that builds quiet tension as a small band faces a vast army, anchored by faith and sacrifice.

Directed by
Vijaygiri Bava
Genres
History, Drama
Starring
Dharmendra Gohil, Darshan Pandya, Raunaq Kamdar
Overview
Set amidst the picturesque landscapes of 14th-century Gujarat's Shetrunjay Hills, against the backdrop of Allauddin Khilji's menacing intent to pillage the sacred temples and cultural heritage of Shetrunjay, Dadu Barot stands resolute, leading a meager band against overwhelming opposition.

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Directed by
Vijaygiri Bava
Genres
History, Drama
Starring
Dharmendra Gohil, Darshan Pandya, Raunaq Kamdar
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Tone
  • earneststrength 3 of 3
  • tensestrength 2 of 3
  • darkstrength 2 of 3
  • upliftingstrength 1 of 3
Pacing
measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention
engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes
  • faith
  • war
  • survival
  • loyalty
  • rebellion
Places
  • countryside
  • small town
Era
period
Audience
teen
Form
  • true story
  • ensemble
Content intensity
  • Gore mild
  • Language mild
  • Violence strong
  • Sex none
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Scales, 0 to 10
ScaleValue0 to 10
Action6
Horror1
Humour1
Realism7
Romance1
Tension7
Darkness6
Complexity5
Emotional weight7

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Details

Genres
history, drama
Directed by
Vijaygiri Bava
Written by
Vijaygiri Bava, Raam Mori
Starring
Dharmendra Gohil, Darshan Pandya, Raunaq Kamdar, Monal Gajjar, Shraddha Dangar, Chetan Dhanani, Firoz Irani
Runtime
156 min
Country
India
Languages
Gujarati

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