
Sita Sings the Blues
The Greatest Break-Up Story Ever Told.
Directed by Nina Paley
Produced by Nina Paley
A visually inventive, genre-blending meditation on love, betrayal, and duty that weaves together ancient mythology, jazz-age romance, and shadow-puppet commentary into a wry, melancholic exploration of faithfulness and heartbreak.
Utilizing the 1920s jazz vocals of Annette Hanshaw, the epic Indian tale of exiled prince Ramayana and his bride Sita is mirrored by a spurned woman's contemporary personal life, and light-hearted but knowledgeable discussion of historical background by a trio of Indian shadow puppets.
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Is Sita Sings the Blues sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.
Is Sita Sings the Blues easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Is Sita Sings the Blues violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Is Sita Sings the Blues scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Does Sita Sings the Blues end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Sita Sings the Blues
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Sita Sings the Blues
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Sita Sings the Blues, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Sita Sings the Blues, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Sita Sings the Blues, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.






















































