Kama Sutra: A Tale Of Love DVD

Set in 16th century India, this film chronicles the sexual adventures of Maya, a beautiful, voluptuous servant girl. After seducing the king the night before his wedding, Maya is labeled a whore and expelled from the village. After a hot affair with a sculptor, Maya decides to become an "artist" herself by studying the lovemaking techniques set forth in the Kama Sutra. After her training ends, she sets her sights on becoming the chief prostitute of the king, a move that will affect the lives of many -- and possibly destroy the monarchy...

A densely atmospheric meditation on the art of sexual and emotional pleasure, told from the perspectives of members of a royal court in 16th-century India. A courtesan trained to please others revolts against her life of servitude when she is denied her true love, while a princess torn between two worthy suitors opts for the love of both.

Shown at the 1996 Toronto and San Sebastian Film Festivals. Produced by Mirabai Films. Additional cast: Devin Rekha (Rasa). Additional credit: Michiyo Yoshizaki (executive producer). Color by Technicolor.

Kama Sutra: A Tale Of Love Reviews:

"...Mesmerizing dance sequences..." -- Melanie McGrath, Sight and Sound

"...Varma brings a helpful, impressive sense of self-confidence and strength to Maya..." -- Todd McCarthy, Variety

"...Wonderfully sexy costumes, and often authentically erotic lovemaking..." -- Kathleen Murphy, Film Comment

"...Voluptuously pretty....A visually lovely film....[Varma] has the physical grace her role demands..." -- Janet Maslin, New York Times

"...It has a mood of overripe sensuality -- a commingling of skin, sweat, lust, and love -- that hits you like opium..." -- Owen Gleiberman, Entertainment Weekly

"...With its spectacular locales, lavish costumes, lush score and beautiful stars, KAMA SUTRA is visually sumptuous beyond description..." -- Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times

This is the only Ramon Tikaram video.

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