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The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir

PG-13 Released Jun 21, 2019 1h 32m Comedy Drama Adventure TRAILER for List
59% Tomatometer 29 Reviews 83% Popcornmeter Fewer than 50 Verified Ratings
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 The comic-romantic adventure "The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir" takes a winding path, but the trip is pleasant enough. Jun 20, 2019 Full Review Brad Wheeler Globe and Mail An exercise in naive commentary and globe-trotting magical realism, the film dares viewers to take it seriously. Rated: 2/4 Jun 20, 2019 Full Review Ben Kenigsberg New York Times Its relentless earnestness is tough to resist, even as the film sugarcoats intimations of real danger. Jun 20, 2019 Full Review Gisela Savdie El Heraldo Light comedy that makes us think about immigrants and refugees as human beings with complex lives [Full Review in Spanish] Nov 8, 2020 Full Review Saibal Chatterjee NDTV 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. Rated: 2.5/5 Jul 17, 2020 Full Review Leigh Paatsch Herald Sun (Australia) 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. Rated: 2/5 May 12, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Cynthia 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. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/27/19 Full Review Timm Such great storytelling, and an absolutely charming cast! Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/24/19 Full Review Rosana B 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… Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 04/13/24 Full Review Liviu S It's like a fairy tale Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 09/24/23 Full Review Audience Member Has some knockout scenes and suggestions per the endtitles that some scenes were cut that also could have knocked us out. Colorful, magical story. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/19/23 Full Review Audience Member Joyful, colourful, magical, delightful. We loved every minute of it! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/11/23 Full Review 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
Brio Films, Scope Pictures
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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