Boatman (1994)

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In a series of small portraits, Gianfranco Rosi depicts life on and along the banks of the Ganges River. The director’s first film documents the boat trip he took along India’s sacred river with his helmsman, Gopal. They pass tourists and locals, witnessing them bathe, work, or meditate. The film captures the imagination of the endless circle of life and death, which is rooted in the lives of the Indian people, and is convincingly manifested in the way they bid farewell to the dead.

Director: Gianfranco Rosi
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 55 min
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Cinematography: Gianfranco Rosi
Editing: Jacopo Quadri
Country: Italy
Language: English, हिन्दी, Italiano
Original Language: it

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boatman about?
In a series of small portraits, Gianfranco Rosi depicts life on and along the banks of the Ganges River. The director’s first film documents the boat trip he took along India’s sacred river with his helmsman, Gopal. They pass tourists and locals, witnessing them bathe, work, or meditate. The film captures the imagination of the endless circle of life and death, which is rooted in the lives of the Indian people, and is convincingly manifested in the way they bid farewell to the dead.
Who directed Boatman?
Boatman was directed by Gianfranco Rosi.
Who stars in Boatman?
Boatman stars Gopal Maji.
How long is Boatman?
Boatman has a runtime of 55m (55 minutes).
What genre is Boatman?
Boatman is a Documentary film.
Where was Boatman produced?
Boatman was produced in Italy.