Basmati Blues

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Basmati Blues

Released Feb 9, 2018

1h 46m

Musical

Comedy

Romance

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When a young scientist learns she has unwittingly aided a destructive plan against the Indian farmers she was supposedly sent to help, she teams up with a local farmer to save the day.

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Like the genetically modified grain at the center of its story, Basmati Blues is probably best locked in storage and saved for cases of cinematic famine.

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Rex Reed

Observer

Basmati Blues is the kind of easily forgiven early career move that is best released on home video and forgotten.

Rated: 1/4

Feb 15, 2018

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Owen Gleiberman

Variety

"Basmati Blues" is one of those movies that isn't terrible but still leaves you wondering why it exists.

Feb 15, 2018

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Kristen Lopez

The Young Folks

Larson is cute but this is far beneath her talents.

Rated: 3/10

Feb 15, 2018

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Steven Prokopy

Third Coast Review

I didn't know whether to be deeply offended or simply sit back and bask in the goofy, tone-deaf glory of Basmati Blues.

May 28, 2020

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Charlotte Harrison

VultureHound

I love Brie Larson. I love Donald Sutherland. I love musicals. I quite like rice. I don't like Basmati Blues.

Jan 28, 2020

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Kenneth R. Morefield

1More Film Blog

Basmati Blues isn't going to win any Oscars, but I finished the movie happier than when I started.

Rated: 2.5/4

May 25, 2019

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known s

i would give 0.01/10 as rating "Basmati Blues" is one of the most offensive and poorly made movies I've ever seen. As an Indian, I found it not only insulting but incredibly ignorant. The film is filled with ridiculous stereotypes that are outdated and offensive, making a mockery of Indian culture. The portrayal of Indian people is shallow, and it seems like the director has no clue about the real India or the people who live here. The setting is a cartoonish version of India that exists only in the minds of those who have never bothered to learn about the country. This film is not just a disappointment; it’s a disgrace. It does more harm than good by perpetuating harmful stereotypes. The creators should be ashamed for producing such a tasteless and culturally insensitive movie. Avoid this film at all costs if you have any respect for genuine cultural representation.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

09/01/24

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Audience Member

Revolting story & vacuous dialogue - avoid this like dysentery.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

08/04/24

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Geke g

Very decent plow-twist and screenplay. Deserves 5 star.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/27/24

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Audience Member

Quite an interesting plot. Starts as a simple little journey to make sure things are okay and then you find yourself immersed in the love story and the things that people will do for money. It's a beautiful experience and reminds you that there are good people in the world despite the overwhelming amount of bad and that people can change things if they truly want to. It honestly made me feel good and want to contribute more to help the world. Yes, it's corny, but it's truly a breath of fresh air in the sad world we live in.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/23/23

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I only gave this film 5 stars because there weren't any more to give! I've seen nearly all Brie Larson's films & this one is EASILY my favorite! Just to hear her lovely singing voice is a real treat, and the simple yet charming "fish out of water" story line is thoroughly entertaining! Add to that a superb supporting cast, and you have a true gem of a film, sure to please the entire family!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/19/23

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roy m

Why was this made? It's racist as hell. What a joke

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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Synopsis

When a young scientist learns she has unwittingly aided a destructive plan against the Indian farmers she was supposedly sent to help, she teams up with a local farmer to save the day.

Director: Dan Baron
Producer: Monique Caulfield, Jeffrey Soros
Screenwriter: Dan Baron, Jeff Dorchen
Distributor: Shout! Studios
Production Co: ZAS Film, Basmati Blues, Considered Entertainment, Red Baron Films
Genre: Musical, Comedy, Romance
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 9, 2018, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 9, 2018
Runtime: 1h 46m
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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