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Violent spy thriller has drinking, smoking, sex, language.
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Khufiya
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This intense spy thriller is a commendable attempt in the genre of espionage with a gripping hook and fierce female leads that carry the entire film on their shoulders. However, Khufiya struggles to maintain interest due to its lengthy runtime and overall waywardness. Director Vishal Bhardwaj has layered the film with a rich blend of Shakespeare references that works stylistically but falters in the pace and consistency of the storytelling. Slow and awkward at intervals, Khufiya fails to live up to the potential it initially promises. Nevertheless, Tabu and Gabbi shine throughout with their performances exposing an interplay of surveillance and voyeurism in between their gazes.
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Families can talk about the violence in Khufiya. Did you find it over the top? Do some types of media violence have different impact than others?
How was drinking, smoking, and drug use depicted in the film? Were they glamorized? Why does that matter?
Discuss the film's portrayal of sex. Was it affectionate? Respectful? Parents, talk to your teens about your own values regarding sex and relationships.
Discuss the language used in the movie. Did it seem necessary, or excessive? What did it contribute to the movie?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : October 5, 2023
- Cast : Tabu , Ali Fazal , Wamiqa Gabbi
- Director : Vishal Bhardwaj
- Inclusion Information : Indian/South Asian Movie Director(s) , Female Movie Actor(s) , Indian/South Asian Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Netflix
- Genre : Thriller
- Character Strengths : Courage , Teamwork
- Run time : 157 minutes
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- Last updated : October 9, 2023
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