Guiana 1838 (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 2.9
Released in 2004, Guiana 1838 is a drama film directed by Rohit Jagessar, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. The abolition of slavery in the British Caribbean in 1834 prompts Gillanders, Arbuthnot & Company in Calcutta, a part of the East India Company, to recruit Coolies from India to fill the resulting labor void. The company hires Sinha, a fierce small-timer to sell dreams of El Dorado to the unsuspecting, impoverished Coolies who are signed to five-year contracts as indentured servants. Upon the Coolies' arrival in British Guiana in 1838, the British planters promptly enslave them to ensure that the growth of sugar in the British West Indies will continue uninterrupted. John Scoble of the British and Foreign Anti Slavery Society arrives on the colony a year later to discover a new form of slavery; this time on the backs of Indians.
Who’s in it. Guiana 1838 stars Aasheekaa Bathija, Thomas Garvey, Kumar Gaurav as Laxman and Rufus Graham, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.9/10, Guiana 1838 has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Guiana 1838 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Guiana 1838 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Guiana 1838 (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Guiana 1838 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Guiana 1838 worth watching?
- Guiana 1838 holds an audience score of 2.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Guiana 1838?
- Guiana 1838 stars Aasheekaa Bathija, Thomas Garvey, Kumar Gaurav, Rufus Graham and Asim Mujahid.
- When was Guiana 1838 released?
- Guiana 1838 was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.