World's Best
World's Best

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World's Best

2023
Movie
101 min
English

Twelve-year-old mathematics genius Prem discovers his recently deceased father was a famous rapper and immediately sets out to learn more about his father’s life and passions. Empowered by imaginative hip-hop music-fueled fantasies, Prem is determined to find out if hip-hop truly is in his DNA.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Google Users79%
Director: Urmila RaoGenres: Comedy, Drama, Family

Plot Summary

A young Indian-American boy named Prem navigates the challenges of middle school and his parents' recent divorce. He finds solace and expression through his love for hip-hop music and poetry. Along the way, he grapples with his own identity, friendships, and the expectations placed upon him.

Critical Reception

World's Best received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its heartfelt themes and performances, particularly from its young lead. Some noted its familiar coming-of-age narrative, but generally found it to be a charming and relatable film for families.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sincere portrayal of a young protagonist's journey.

  • Appreciated for its exploration of cultural identity and family dynamics.

  • Some found the plot predictable, but the emotional core resonated with audiences.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's positive and uplifting message, finding the story of Prem relatable and inspiring. The music and performances were frequently highlighted as strengths.

Fun Fact

The film marked the directorial debut of Urmila Rao, who also co-wrote the screenplay.

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r96sk

r96sk

I can't lie, I found this incredibly cringey. I tried looking past that given the obvious positive meaning and given it has a kid in the lead role, but every single time the rapping started (and there's <b>a lot</b> [!] of it) I was almo...

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