
Mangal Pandey - The Rising
Directed by Ketan Mehta
A historical drama about an Indian soldier's rebellion against colonial rule, centered on a cross-cultural friendship tested by the demands of national uprising.
The film begins in 1857, when India was ruled by the British East India Company. Mangal Pandey is a sepoy, a soldier of Indian origin, in the army of the East India Company. Pandey is fighting in the Anglo-Afghan Wars and saves the life of his British commanding officer, William Gordon. Gordon is indebted to Pandey and a strong friendship develops between them, transcending both rank and race.
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Is Mangal Pandey - The Rising violent? Somewhat. More violent than 71% of films.
Is Mangal Pandey - The Rising sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Is Mangal Pandey - The Rising scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Does Mangal Pandey - The Rising end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Mangal Pandey - The Rising easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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