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Gandhi
“His triumph changed the world forever.”
7.6 / 10• 1982• 3h 12m•PG• English
DramaHistory
Storyline
In the early years of the 20th century, Mohandas K. Gandhi, a British-trained lawyer, forsakes all worldly possessions to take up the cause of Indian independence. Faced with armed resistance from the British government, Gandhi adopts a policy of 'passive resistance', endeavouring to win freedom for his people without resorting to bloodshed.
Cast & Crew
Ben Kingsley
Mahatma Gandhi
Lead
Candice Bergen
Margaret Bourke-White
Edward Fox
General Dyer
John Gielgud
Lord Irwin
Trevor Howard
Judge Broomfield
John Mills
Lord Chelmsford
Rohini Hattangadi
Kasturba Gandhi
Martin Sheen
Vince Walker
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Richard Attenborough's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Gandhi is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
