India Cabaret(1985)
India Cabaret Synopsis
An exploration of the 'respectable' and 'immoral' stereotypes of women in Indian society told from the point of view of two striptease dancers in a Bombay cabaret.
India Cabaret (1985) is a documentary film directed by Mira Nair, released on January 2, 1985 with a runtime of 1h. It stars Rekha, Rosy, Vasanti and Pussycat. Viewers rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 8 ratings.
- Director:
- Mira Nair
- Cinematographer:
- Mitch Epstein
- Production:
- AFI, The New York State Council of the Arts, Pinewood Foundation
- Status:
- Released
India Cabaret (1985) Trailer
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India Cabaret Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Rekha
Rekha
as Self
- Rosy
Rosy
as Self
- Vasanti
Vasanti
as Self
- Pussycat
Pussycat
as Self
- Sona
Sona
as Self
- Lulu
Lulu
as Self
- Pearl
Pearl
as Self
Mira Nair
as Interviewer
Key crew
Directed by Mira Nair.
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India Cabaret Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.5/10 from 8 ratings.
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India Cabaret – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch India Cabaret online?
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India Cabaret (1985) is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in India Cabaret?
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The main cast of India Cabaret (1985) includes Rekha, Rosy, Vasanti, Pussycat and Sona. The film was directed by Mira Nair. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was India Cabaret released?
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India Cabaret was released on January 2, 1985 and runs for 1h.
Is India Cabaret worth watching?
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India Cabaret (1985) holds an average rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 8 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for India Cabaret?
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Yes. The official India Cabaret trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.