Mango Dreams
Mango Dreams

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Mango Dreams

2017
Movie
93 min
English

A Hindu doctor with dementia and a Muslim auto rickshaw driver form an unlikely friendship as they cross India in search of the doctor's childhood home.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Abid KhanGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young Muslim man from India, dealing with the emotional turmoil of his mother's recent passing, embarks on a journey to Thailand. There, he meets a Hindu auto-rickshaw driver, and together they navigate through life's complexities, forming an unlikely bond that transcends cultural and religious differences. The film explores themes of grief, identity, and human connection amidst diverse landscapes.

Critical Reception

Mango Dreams received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its gentle pacing and emotional core, while some found its narrative a bit too simplistic. Audience reviews generally appreciated its message of cross-cultural understanding and its exploration of universal human experiences like loss and friendship.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartwarming portrayal of an unlikely friendship.

  • Noted for its sensitive handling of grief and cultural differences.

  • Some found the pacing to be slow, but appreciated the film's sincere message.

Google audience: Information not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in various picturesque locations across Thailand, adding a visually appealing backdrop to the narrative.

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