The Catastrophe (1987)

The Catastrophe (1987) poster

Rakeshwar Bora, a simple Assamese farmer, faces ruin when a greedy landlord deceitfully claims his ancestral land by demanding a mortgage receipt that was never provided. To afford the steep bribes required by a corrupt legal system, Bora is forced to sell his livestock and send his young son to work as a servant for the same landlord. His ultimate humiliation occurs when financial desperation forces him to hang political banners praising the very man who destroyed his livelihood.

Director: Jahnu Barua
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 120 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Satya Baruah
Cinematography: Anoop Jotwani
Editing: Heu-en Baruah
Production: Dolphin Films Pvt. Ltd
Country: India
Language: অসমীয়া
Original Language: as
More Films by Director: Jahnu Barua
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Catastrophe about?
Rakeshwar Bora, a simple Assamese farmer, faces ruin when a greedy landlord deceitfully claims his ancestral land by demanding a mortgage receipt that was never provided. To afford the steep bribes required by a corrupt legal system, Bora is forced to sell his livestock and send his young son to work as a servant for the same landlord. His ultimate humiliation occurs when financial desperation forces him to hang political banners praising the very man who destroyed his livelihood.
Who directed The Catastrophe?
The Catastrophe was directed by Jahnu Barua.
Who stars in The Catastrophe?
The Catastrophe stars Indra Bania, Badal Das, Purnima Pathak, Pranjal Saikia, Tara, Gaurav Bania.
How long is The Catastrophe?
The Catastrophe has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
What genre is The Catastrophe?
The Catastrophe is a Drama film.
Where was The Catastrophe produced?
The Catastrophe was produced in India.