Feminist Fathima vs Once Upon a Time in a Cinema
Once Upon a Time in a Cinema has the higher audience score (10/10 against 7/10 for Feminist Fathima). Once Upon a Time in a Cinema is the shorter watch at 1h 32m compared with 1h 39m. Feminist Fathima is the older of the two (2025 against 2026). Both are drama movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Feminist Fathima
Once Upon a Time in a Cinema| Feminist Fathima | Once Upon a Time in a Cinema | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.0/10 | ★ 10.0/10 |
| Year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Length | 1h 39m | 1h 32m |
| Genres | Drama | Drama |
| Country | India | Ireland |
| Director | Fasil Muhammed | David Gleeson |
| Main cast | Babitha Basheer, Shamla Hamza, Kumar Sunil, Viji Viswanath, Pushpa | Colin Morgan, Andrew Bennett, Niamh Cusack, Stanley Townsend, Liam O'Brien |
Synopsis
Feminist Fathima
Fathima, a housewife in the coastal town of Ponnani, lives under the strict control of her orthodox husband, Ashraf. When her son wets their old mattress, Fathima’s attempt to replace it sparks conflict. Ashraf blocks her at every turn, despite her back pain and growing frustration. Eventually, Fathima realizes the mattress represents more than just comfort it’s her chance to reclaim her independence. By finally buying it, she takes a bold stand
Once Upon a Time in a Cinema
Earl Clancy, a cinema owner on the edge, battles a series of disasters while juggling personal turmoil and the chaos of a packed Friday night crowd. Told in real time over the course of the movie playing in the cinema.
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