Water movie poster

Water

September 8, 2005 1h 55m 6.8/10 (120 votes)

Originally released in 2005. Water is a drama/romance film. directed by Deepa Mehta.

Starring Lisa Ray, Sarala, and John Abraham

Synopsis

The year is 1938, and Mahatma Gandhi's groundbreaking philosophies are sweeping across India, but 8-year-old Chuyia, newly widowed, must go to live with other outcast widows on an ashram. Her presence transforms the ashram as she befriends two of her compatriots.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 8, 2005 20 years ago
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Runtime 1h 55m 115 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (120 votes)
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Box Office $10.4M Worldwide gross
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Language Hindi Original language
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Country Canada + 1 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
HI
Revenue
$10,422,387

Production Companies

  • David Hamilton Productions
  • Flagship International
  • Noble Nomad Pictures
  • Echo Lake Entertainment
  • Fox Searchlight Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Water about?

The year is 1938, and Mahatma Gandhi's groundbreaking philosophies are sweeping across India, but 8-year-old Chuyia, newly widowed, must go to live with other outcast widows on an ashram. Her prese...

Who directed Water?

Water was directed by Deepa Mehta.

How long is Water?

Water has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).

When was Water released?

Water was released on September 8, 2005 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Water?

The main cast of Water includes Lisa Ray, Sarala, John Abraham, Seema Biswas, Waheeda Rehman.

Is Water worth watching?

Water has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 120 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.