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Gandhi

1982 • 3h11m Drama, History

Rating

7.6/10

Popularity

5

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.

Details

Director

Richard Attenborough

Screenplay

John Briley

Cast

Ben Kingsley

Candice Bergen

Edward Fox

Release date

12/1/1982

Status

Released

Budget

$22,000,000

Revenue

$77,737,889

Origin country

US

GB

Vote count

2420