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The Eye Above the Well

1988 · 94 min Documentary
6.9 / 10 · TMDB

A poetic depiction of life and ritual in the south Indian state of Kerala. We see how knowledge is passed down from generation to generation: within the family, through the village economy, and especially from teachers to students. Performance footage shows how song, dance, martial arts, and religion constitute the building blocks of a culture.

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Original Title Het oog boven de put
Year 1988
Country Netherlands, Germany
Genre Documentary
Director Johan van der Keuken
Runtime 94 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.9/10 (9 votes)

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The Eye Above the Well has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.9/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1988. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

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