8.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Pyaasa (1957)
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
Where to watch
Prime VideoRating & 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 VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's central thesis explicitly critiques systemic societal materialism and exploitation, championing artistic integrity and empathy for the marginalized over commercial success and hypocrisy, aligning with progressive ideology.
The movie features an all-Indian cast, reflecting its origin and setting, and does not engage with race or gender swaps of traditionally white roles. Its narrative critiques societal hypocrisy and materialism, offering an indirect commentary on certain traditional power dynamics, while not explicitly centering modern DEI themes.
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
User Ratings
8.3
7.1
Critic Ratings
10.0
N/A
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