The Stranger
Oct 07, 2023 · 1h 20m
Director
Biplob SarkarOverview
In rural Bangladesh, young Kajal struggles with their gender identity while living with their mother Kohinoor and terminally ill grandmother. The sudden return of Kajal’s long-absent father, Javed, disrupts the fragile household, creating conflict between him and Kohinoor. Tensions deepen as Javed disapproves of Kajal’s cross-dressing and demands they be sent to boarding school, prompting Kajal to run away. Found ill but later recovering, Kajal learns Javed has left again, leaving only a bicycle as a parting gift. With their grandmother near death and their mother overwhelmed, Kajal defiantly pedals through the open fields wearing red lipstick—embracing a new chapter of self-discovery.
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About The Stranger
What is The Stranger about?
In rural Bangladesh, young Kajal struggles with their gender identity while living with their mother Kohinoor and terminally ill grandmother. The sudden return of Kajal’s long-absent father, Javed, disrupts the fragile household, creating conflict between him and Kohinoor. Tensions deepen as Javed disapproves of Kajal’s cross-dressing and demands they be sent to boarding school, prompting Kajal…
When was The Stranger released?
The Stranger was released on October 7, 2023.
Where can I watch The Stranger?
The Stranger is streaming on Criterion Channel in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is The Stranger?
The Stranger runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).
Who directed The Stranger?
The Stranger was directed by Biplob Sarkar.
Who is in the cast of The Stranger?
The cast of The Stranger includes Ehan Rashid and Ratan Deb.