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Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikecei

2006 · 142 min

A lively, silly historical comedy full of slapstick and wordplay, with a patriotic heart and a feel-good underdog story.

Overview: Set in the late 18th century during the early stages of the British Raj, the film tells the story of twin brothers separated at birth. Pulikesi XXIII, the foolish elder brother, becomes a puppet of his uncle, the Chief Minister, while Ukraputhan, the wise younger brother, becomes a patriot intent on saving his land and his brother.
How it feels: Absurd, satirical, campy and uplifting. Brisk and easy to follow.
About: Identity, family, power, corruption
Content: Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.
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Tone: absurdstrength 3 of 3
satiricalstrength 3 of 3
campystrength 2 of 3
upliftingstrength 2 of 3
Pacing: brisk, 3 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: easy-watch, 2 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: identity
family
power
corruption
freedom
Places: fantasy world
Era: period
Audience: teen
Form: ensemble
Content intensity: Gore none
Language mild
Violence mild
Sex mild