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The Rite, a Passion (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Film · ★ 7.5

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Released in 2002, The Rite, a Passion is a drama film directed by K.N.T. Sastry, running about 89 minutes.

What it’s about. A subtle interplay between clashing ideologies: that of traditional religious values versus modern youth drawn towards extremism. Events overtake Subbaiah Sastry, a highly respected vedic and scholar in his prime now scraping out a meagre existence as a corpse carrier. He endures the contempt of his Hyderabad neighbours due to his acceptance of Tiladaanam, a lowly Brahammic rite involving the acceptance of the sins of the dead in exchange for coins and the food of the deceased. His son, Raghuram, has become a terrorist hunted by the police, at odds with his father. A stark contrast is provided between an outdated system and as yet undefined future. - Melbourne International Film Festival

Who’s in it. The Rite, a Passion stars Jaya Sheela as Padma, Brahmaji as Raghuram, Tanikella Bharani and Prasad Babu, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Rite, a Passion has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In IN you can stream it on NFDC Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Rite, a Passion page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Rite, a Passion tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Rite, a Passion (2002)?
In IN, The Rite, a Passion is available to stream on NFDC Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Rite, a Passion worth watching?
The Rite, a Passion holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Rite, a Passion?
The Rite, a Passion stars Jaya Sheela, Brahmaji, Tanikella Bharani, Prasad Babu and Annapoorna.
When was The Rite, a Passion released?
The Rite, a Passion was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.