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Joyland

By Saim Sadiq

2022

Romance

2h06

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8.0/10

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3.9/5

Press

4.0/5

Spect.

Synopsis

The youngest son in a traditional Pakistani family takes a job as a backup dancer in a Bollywood-style burlesque, and he quickly becomes infatuated with the strong-willed trans woman who runs the show.

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Community Reviews

Joyland has captivated audiences with its bold exploration of societal norms and personal desires in a traditional Pakistani setting. Viewers have praised the film's intelligent direction, stunning cinematography, and the poignant portrayal of complex characters caught between tradition and freedom. The film's handling of sensitive themes such as gender identity and patriarchy has been noted as both respectful and thought-provoking, although some found the pacing slow and the narrative occasionally heavy.

👍 Brilliant portrayal of complex social issues.

👎 Some may find the pacing slow.

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Reviews and Comments

2 reviews
MP
Mrated ★ 9/10
July 20, 2024

LM
Lucyrated ★ 9/10
December 21, 2023

Casting

Saim Sadiq

Saim Sadiq

Director

Ali Junejo

Ali Junejo

Haider

Rasti Farooq

Rasti Farooq

Mumtaz

Alina Khan

Alina Khan

Biba

SA

Sarwat Gilani

Nucchi

SA

Salmaan Peerzada

Rana Amanullah

SO

Sohail Sameer

Saleem

SA

Sania Saeed

Fayyaz

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