The Temple


2h 25m 2011

Brief Synopsis

When village cowherd Kesha has a vision the god Dutta, wise men around him advise him to keep the news quiet. But Kesha can't keep his excitement to himself. Anna has been working with a local politician to build a much-needed hospital, but a group of drunken men decide that a temple should be built

Film Details

Also Known As
Temple
Genre
Dark Comedy
Foreign
Satire
Release Date
2011

Technical Specs

Duration
2h 25m

Synopsis

When village cowherd Kesha has a vision the god Dutta, wise men around him advise him to keep the news quiet. But Kesha can't keep his excitement to himself. Anna has been working with a local politician to build a much-needed hospital, but a group of drunken men decide that a temple should be built instead. Political expedience wins over necessity and Anna watches as the temple is built and tourists and pilgrims flood into town. Money has come to the village and with it opportunism and cynicism, while Kesha is forgotten by everyone.

Film Details

Also Known As
Temple
Genre
Dark Comedy
Foreign
Satire
Release Date
2011

Technical Specs

Duration
2h 25m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States 2011

Released in United States 2011 (Abu Dhabi Film Festival (Showcase))