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Foreign Body (1986)
Release Year: 1986
Nation: United Kingdom
Alternative Title: N/A
Director: Ronald Neame
Writer: Céline La Frenière, Roderick Mann
Production & Genre
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
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Keywords
Keywords: fake doctor
Story
Ram Das, an unemployed Indian engineer from Calcutta, steals money from his father to afford passage to Britain in hopes of finding work and a better life. Upon arrival, he meets a white woman who catches his fancy but seems out of his league. In order to impress her, Ram Das pretends to be a doctor after accidentally being mistaken for one at a party. He continues the charade, leading him into comedic situations as he navigates his new identity.
Summary
Foreign Body is a 1986 British comedy film directed by Ronald Neame, starring Victor Banerjee. The film explores themes of cultural differences and class divides through Ram Das' experiences in England. It's notable for its comedic take on immigration, social climbing, and the struggles of finding love across cultural barriers.
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