Calcutta 71
Originally released in 1972. Calcutta 71 is a drama film. directed by Mrinal Sen.
Starring Madhabi Mukherjee, Gita Sen, and Binota Roy
Synopsis
The spirit of a condemned 20-year-old student wanders through time, linking together four stories of people struggling for survival in this gritty meditation on poverty, natural disaster and political strife in India. A middle-class family's home is no match for the monsoons, while another clan's morality is compromised when famine strikes. Young boys smuggle rice, and politicians pity the poor while living in the lap of luxury.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 12, 1972
53 years ago
Runtime
1h 56m
116 minutes total
User Rating
8.8/10
Excellent (8 votes)
Language
BN
Original language
Country
India
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- BN
Production Companies
- D.S. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calcutta 71 about?
The spirit of a condemned 20-year-old student wanders through time, linking together four stories of people struggling for survival in this gritty meditation on poverty, natural disaster and politi...
Who directed Calcutta 71?
Calcutta 71 was directed by Mrinal Sen.
How long is Calcutta 71?
Calcutta 71 has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).
When was Calcutta 71 released?
Calcutta 71 was released on October 12, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Calcutta 71?
The main cast of Calcutta 71 includes Madhabi Mukherjee, Gita Sen, Binota Roy, Ranjit Mallick, Utpal Dutt.