Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love with Indira Varma: DVD Cover

    Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love Director: Mira Nair Cast: Indira Varma, Sarita Choudhury, Ramon Tikaram, Naveen Andrews

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    • DVD Release Date: 07/01/1998
    • Original Release: 1996
    • Rating: Rated R
    • Sales Rank: 8,624

    Viewer Rating: (3 ratings)

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    Scenes

    Features

    Commentary by director Mira Nair; Production and cast notes; Trailers

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    Scene Index

    Side #1 -- Widescreen
    0. Scene Index
    1. Main Credits [2:44]
    2. Ancient Text [2:34]
    3. Enticement [3:11]
    4. Patience [3:09]
    5. Aphrodisiacs [2:35]
    6. A Gift [2:56]
    7. Wedding [4:22]
    8. Expulsion [2:49]
    9. Property [4:06]
    10. Inspiration [5:12]
    11. Instruction [1:26]
    12. Confession [2:03]
    13. Worship [2:28]
    14. Variety [3:50]
    15. Longing [3:02]
    16. Animals [4:40]
    17. Differences [2:45]
    18. Chastity [2:40]
    19. Statue [2:51]
    20. Frightened [1:42]
    21. Lust [3:03]
    22. Queen [3:15]
    23. Wrestling [1:36]
    24. Poison [4:42]
    25. Pearls [2:02]
    26. Mistakes [4:39]
    27. Offers [1:33]
    28. Service [3:44]
    29. Authority [4:44]
    30. Marking [4:46]
    31. Seduction [3:29]
    32. Bravery [3:47]
    33. Promises [2:33]
    34. Death Sentence [3:13]
    35. Courage [1:37]
    36. End Credits [4:03]
    Side #2 -- Full Frame
    0. Scene Index
    1. Main Credits [2:44]
    2. Ancient Text [2:34]
    3. Enticement [3:11]
    4. Patience [3:09]
    5. Aphrodisiacs [2:35]
    6. A Gift [2:56]
    7. Wedding [4:22]
    8. Expulsion [2:49]
    9. Property [4:06]
    10. Inspiration [5:12]
    11. Instruction [1:26]
    12. Confession [2:03]
    13. Worship [2:28]
    14. Variety [3:50]
    15. Longing [3:02]
    16. Animals [4:40]
    17. Differences [2:45]
    18. Chastity [2:40]
    19. Statue [2:51]
    20. Frightened [1:42]
    21. Lust [3:03]
    22. Queen [3:15]
    23. Wrestling [1:36]
    24. Poison [4:42]
    25. Pearls [2:02]
    26. Mistakes [4:39]
    27. Offers [1:33]
    28. Service [3:44]
    29. Authority [4:44]
    30. Marking [4:46]
    31. Seduction [3:29]
    32. Bravery [3:47]
    33. Promises [2:33]
    34. Death Sentence [3:13]
    35. Courage [1:37]
    36. End Credits [4:03]

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    Editorial Reviews

    In this visually striking saga of one woman's search for personal and sexual freedom in 16th century India, Maya (Indira Varma) is a servant girl who is a handmaid to Tara (Sarita Choudhury), a princess. Maya and Tara have been close friends since childhood, and when Rasa Devi (Rekha), an elegant courtesan, is brought in to instruct Tara in the lessons of the Kama Sutra, the handbook of the art of physical love, Maya is allowed to observe. Rasa teaches Tara the Dance of Enticement as a prelude to her upcoming marriage to the King, Raj Singh (Naveen Andrews), but the beautiful Maya turns out to be the more capable student, and when Raj invites Maya to his bedchamber, he proves to be no match for her seductive powers. Needless to say, Tara is furious when she learns that Maya has stolen Raj's heart, and Maya is banished from the palace. On the road, Maya soon meets a handsome sculptor, Jai Kumar (Ramon Tikaram), who is entranced by Maya's beauty and sexual prowess; she soon becomes his lover and favorite model. However, King Raj is still obsessed with Maya, and while Tara has won his hand in marriage, he has taken to drowning himself in opium and mindless sex with his mistresses when not trying to win Maya back. Several of the erotic scenes in Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love were trimmed so the film could receive an "R" rating for its American theatrical release, but it appeared uncut on home video; the film had to be trimmed more extensively to gain a theatrical release in India, where it was filmed. Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

    Customer Reviews

    Kama Sutra: A Tale of Loveby Anonymous

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    November 13, 2007: Fantastic film! Set in the 16th century Moghul empire, it tells the story of rivals Tara, a lovely Mughal princess, and Maya, her handmaid. Seeing that Maya's beauty and grace surpass her own, Tara is insanely jealous, but smug in her knowledge that her station in life will lead to marrying the handsome king. Maya, made resentful by the petty mistreatment of childhood friend Tara, uses her charms to elevate her status, ultimately becoming courtesan to the king. The story is enthralling, exploring the dynamics of friendship, the power struggle between the sexes, female rivalry, true love,and yes, sex itself. The sexual content, however, is sensitively dealt with and essential to the story. Everything about this film - the setting, the costumes, the actors - is just gorgeous! Highly recommended for fans of historical fiction.

    Kama Sutra: A Tale of Loveby Anonymous

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    May 07, 2004: Movie that will take you as far back as the 16th century, the times of kings and queens, revenge and court quills. Be prepared to enter a world of mysticism, love, romance, and bloody revenge. Be ready to enjoy the 'Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love'.


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