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  • 2005
  • R
  • Miramax
  • 1 h 26 m
  • 2005
  • R
  • Miramax
  • 1 h 26 m
The Warrior

Summary The Warrior follows the visually stunning and emotionally exhilarating journey of an ancient Indian warrior who travels from the golden deserts of Rajasthan to the snowcapped peaks of the Himalaya in search of the one thing he has never known - peace - only to be chased by the forces of violence. (Miramax Films)

Directed By: Asif Kapadia

Written By: Tim Miller, Asif Kapadia

  • 2005
  • R
  • Miramax
  • 1 h 26 m
  • 2005
  • R
  • Miramax
  • 1 h 26 m

The Warrior

Metascore Generally Favorable Based on 18 Critic Reviews
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Summary The Warrior follows the visually stunning and emotionally exhilarating journey of an ancient Indian warrior who travels from the golden deserts of Rajasthan to the snowcapped peaks of the Himalaya in search of the one thing he has never known - peace - only to be chased by the forces of violence. (Miramax Films)

Directed By: Asif Kapadia

Written By: Tim Miller, Asif Kapadia

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Metascore
Generally Favorable Based on 18 Critic Reviews
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61% Positive
11 Reviews
33% Mixed
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6% Negative
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Metascore
Generally Favorable Based on 18 Critic Reviews
65
61% Positive
11 Reviews
33% Mixed
6 Reviews
6% Negative
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Scaled like an epic but possessing the narrative simplicity of a fable, The Warrior unfolds over a brisk 85 minutes of screen time, keeping dialogue to a minimum as it celebrates the power of stories told through handcrafted, CGI-free images.
By Scott Foundas FULL REVIEW
83
Asif Kapadia's blazing feature debut, a gorgeously photographed saga with a fine sense of the way place shapes personality, has won numerous awards in the filmmaker's native Britain.
By Lisa Schwarzbaum FULL REVIEW
75
It's a compelling minimalist drama about spiritual evolution, with strong performances and exotic locations.
By Mick LaSalle FULL REVIEW
63
What really makes 'The Warrior worthwhile is its indomitable soul.
By Janice Page FULL REVIEW
60
This is a timeless tale; the time period is irrelevant as the story is a profoundly personal one about trying to reject the strong internal drive for vengeance.
By Rich Cline FULL REVIEW
40
Boasts an action-movie plot and an action-movie title, but precious little action. It's a lovely film about brutal men, but its integrity and visual splendor ultimately can't make up for its overall lack of visceral excitement.
By Nathan Rabin FULL REVIEW
38
The Warrior may be mighty of sword but he is exceedingly limp of writing. We never learn why he went bad in the first place, or what causes his sudden conversion. If the audience is expected to do most of the work, we should be paid $10.50 each.
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Production Company FilmFour, Senator Film Produktion, British Screen Productions, Les Productions Lazennec, The Bureau, Film Services India, Equinoxe
Release Date Jul 15, 2005
Duration 1 h 26 m
Rating R
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Awards

British Independent Film Awards
• 2 Wins & 4 Nominations
BAFTA Awards
• 2 Wins & 3 Nominations
San Sebastián International Film Festival
• 1 Win & 2 Nominations

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