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Pyaasa (1957)

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Pyaasa (1957)

Overview

Vijay, a destitute poet, searches for true love while attempting to get his work published. With the assistance of two women in his life, his dream comes true - but at a cost that causes Vijay to rethink his worldview.


Starring Cast


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Rating & Dimensions

Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: Moderate

Viewer Rating
8.5

Overview

Vijay, a destitute poet, searches for true love while attempting to get his work published. With the assistance of two women in his life, his dream comes true - but at a cost that causes Vijay to rethink his worldview.


Starring Cast


Where to watch

Prime Video logoPrime Video
Powered byJustWatch

Detailed Bias Analysis

Analyzing...
Leans Progressive

Primary

Pyaasa offers a profound critique of a materialistic and hypocritical society that devalues art and human connection, explicitly promoting the plight of the marginalized and the integrity of the artist against commercial exploitation. Its central thesis aligns with progressive ideology by critiquing systemic societal flaws.

The film features traditional casting for its Indian setting, with an all-Indian ensemble. However, its narrative offers a strong critique of societal hypocrisy and materialism, explicitly portraying figures representing traditional power structures negatively while championing marginalized individuals.

Secondary

The film "Pyaasa" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative primarily explores heterosexual relationships, artistic struggle, and societal disillusionment, without depicting or addressing queer identities or experiences.

The film 'Pyaasa' (1957) does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on a struggling poet, societal hypocrisy, and romantic relationships, without engaging with gender identity or transition in any capacity.

The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.

Pyaasa (1957) is an original film with characters created specifically for its narrative. There is no prior source material, historical record, or previous installment from which characters' genders could have been established and subsequently altered.

Pyaasa (1957) is an original film, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a biopic. Its characters were created for this specific movie, meaning there is no prior canonical or historical race established for them to be swapped from.


Viewer Rating Breakdown

8.5

Viewer Rating

Combines user and critic ratings from four sources

User Ratings

IMDB logo
8.3
The Movie Database logo
7.2

Critic Ratings

Rotten Tomatoes logo
10.0
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N/A

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