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202445 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Social Justice Labor

Angry Young Men

202445 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Two legendary screenwriters revolutionized 1970s Hindi cinema by creating the iconic Angry Young Man archetype, resonating with audiences across India.

Social Justice Labor

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Patrícia Guimarães

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Two legendary screenwriters revolutionized 1970s Hindi cinema by creating the iconic Angry Young Man archetype, resonating with audiences across India.

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Patrícia Guimarãesdirector

Victor Nascimentowriter

Cazuza

Zeca Camargo

Zeca Camargocast

Lobão

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Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar revolutionized Hindi cinema in the 1970s with their creation of the Angry Young Man archetype. This documentary details their rise as influential screenwriters who crafted characters marked by rage and a quest for social justice. As outsiders in the film industry, they faced significant challenges while demanding recognition for their work. Their eventual split ended a powerful collaboration that reshaped Indian cinema. Personal insights into their lives and creative processes reveal their lasting impact on the industry.

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