Bengal Memory
"A Bangladeshi American explores his father’s memories of the liberation war in their native country and the cognitive dissonance in learning of the U.S. government’s controversial role in a forgotten genocide that occurred there in 1971."
Bengal Memory is a documentary/history film. directed by Fahim Hamid. At just 33 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Salil Tripathi and Meghna Guhathakurta
Synopsis
A Bangladeshi American undertakes a journey to learn about the liberation war in his native country, traveling there for the first time in nearly two decades, and uncovering the controversial role the U.S. played in a forgotten genocide that occurred there over 50 years ago. From 1971 to the present day, this is a story of Bangladesh’s independence, a family’s journey immigrating to America, and the cognitive dissonance of a person belonging to both homelands. Driven by interviews with his father and other family members, along with experts and witnesses, archival videos, declassified recordings, and animations, BENGAL MEMORY is a unique and untold oral history through a personal lens.
Quick Facts
Runtime
0h 33m
33 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
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Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bengal Memory about?
A Bangladeshi American undertakes a journey to learn about the liberation war in his native country, traveling there for the first time in nearly two decades, and uncovering the controversial role ...
Who directed Bengal Memory?
Bengal Memory was directed by Fahim Hamid.
How long is Bengal Memory?
Bengal Memory has a runtime of 0 hours and 33 minutes (33 minutes total).
Who are the main actors in Bengal Memory?
The main cast of Bengal Memory includes Salil Tripathi, Meghna Guhathakurta.