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The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir

Play trailer 2:41 Poster for The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir PG-13 2019 1h 32m Comedy Drama Adventure Play Trailer Watchlist
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An Indian street magician travels to France to find his estranged father.
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The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir is undermined by its mawkish indulgences, but Dhanush's charming central performance is difficult to resist.

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Michael Ordoña Los Angeles Times 06/20/2019
The comic-romantic adventure "The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir" takes a winding path, but the trip is pleasant enough. Go to Full Review
Brad Wheeler Globe and Mail 06/20/2019
2/4
An exercise in naive commentary and globe-trotting magical realism, the film dares viewers to take it seriously. Go to Full Review
Ben Kenigsberg New York Times 06/20/2019
Its relentless earnestness is tough to resist, even as the film sugarcoats intimations of real danger. Go to Full Review
Gisela Savdie El Heraldo 11/08/2020
Light comedy that makes us think about immigrants and refugees as human beings with complex lives [Full Review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
Saibal Chatterjee NDTV 07/17/2020
2.5/5
The Extraordinary Journey Of The Fakir isn't without its share of missteps, but its broad sweeps of optimism and positivity salvage this uneven exercise. Go to Full Review
Leigh Paatsch Herald Sun (Australia) 05/12/2020
2/5
What follows is a mostly dull journey, brightened only by the occasional eccentric interlude and a few sharp jabs at how governments choose to deal (and not deal) with illegal immigrants. Go to Full Review
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Cynthia 06/27/2019 A beautiful and whimsical story. As a fan of the films The Namesake, Slumdog Millionaire, and Lion, this film practically matches. I have not heard or read the book, but the difference in this film is the comedy, some silliness, and again, the whimsical factor. The lead actor was extremely charismatic. The lesson he learns near end of film is what made it all the worth watching. See more Timm 06/24/2019 Such great storytelling, and an absolutely charming cast! See more Rosana B 04/13/2024 Um filme extraordinário sobre uma viagem fantástica com uma alegoria incrível, cores vibrantes, roteiro mega cativante, personagens apaixonantes, tudo maravilhosamente encaixado para nos apaixonar... Uma película super auto-astral, com uma mensagem belíssima de superação, determinação, bondade, generosidade, altruísmo, e o mais importante, "Nunca Desistir", que me emocionou profundamente… Assemelha se muito o igualmente maravilhoso, Como Estrelas na Terra… Chorei… See more Liviu S @Qarliv 09/24/2023 It's like a fairy tale See more 09/17/2021 Has some knockout scenes and suggestions per the endtitles that some scenes were cut that also could have knocked us out. Colorful, magical story. See more 09/04/2020 Joyful, colourful, magical, delightful. We loved every minute of it! See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis An Indian street magician travels to France to find his estranged father.
Director
Ken Scott
Producer
Aditi Anand, Luc Bossi, Gulzar Inder Chahal, Samir Gupta
Screenwriter
Romain Puértolas, Luc Bossi
Distributor
Cradle Walk Pictures
Production Co
Scope Pictures, Brio Films
Rating
PG-13 (Some Suggestive Content|Brief Strong Language)
Genre
Comedy, Drama, Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 21, 2019, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 7, 2020
Box Office (Gross USA)
$56.7K
Runtime
1h 32m
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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