Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love

Released in '97 the exotic, sensual and visually alluring `Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love' is an intoxicating story detailing the intense, complex intermingling sensations of romance, sexual attraction and obsession as played out in a royal family in 16th century India.

While I was remotely familiar with the contents of the classic Indian sex manual of the same name I began my viewing of the fillm `Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love' with no expectations as to how explicit this production might be. For all I knew it may have turned out to be nothing more than soft core porn of an exotic nature. Fortunately what unfolded was indeed a pleasant surprise. The Indian landscape, architecture and costumes, the mesmerizing soundtrack and the captivating storyline are everything an audience could ask for. While you may not recognize the names of any of the cast, possibly with the exception of Naveem Andrews, the acting is excellent.

While the production receives high marks in every category the ultimate success or failure of this film rests solely on the shoulders of its star Indira Varma in the role of the lovelorn courtesan. Indira brings the story alive both with her stunning beauty as well as her thoughtful and passionate performance.

As one should surmise from the films title there is strong sexual content so be forewarned. Let me just say that the sex sequences are done beautifully and tastefully.

The only thing missing from this movie, was the smell of India. The movie is great in cinematography. The colors, sounds, people, place are exotic and beautiful. This is not a bollywood movie, thankfully.

this movie is enjoyable for it's scenery of India, explanation of custom, and sexual storyline. Some detractors are the acting at times is sub par but the movie never slows...

I Liked how this film was done. The colours involved. If you take a look at the credits, you'll see a lot of WOMEN involved. Naveen Andrews (now on the TVseries, "LOST") had a good role as a,'once great king, now an insect sucking opium poppy.'(like that line...). The variety of women shown (young, 'medium,' old, etc) was another visual I noticed. The soundtrack (which I own) is also good.

I love this movie for so many reasons I cannot list them. I saw the movie years ago and the feelings, costumes, music, scenery, story line and beauty were breath taking. As a romantic I became totally enthralled in the movie's content and it transported me to days of splendor and love. The lessons shown were difficult to accept, however the depth of the content offered redemption. Watching the heroess learn detachment after so many traumas in the her life experience was exhilarating. I recommended this movie for all women who are searching for creative ways to handle life with dignity and self respect.