The Home and the World (1985)

TRADITION VERSUS MODERNISM

The Home and the World (1985) poster

In the early 1900s, Nikhilesh, a wealthy Westernized Hindu in colonial East Bengal, feels compelled to test the love of his wife, Bimala. He introduces her to his friend Sandip, a politician agitating against British rule, and Bimala is equally taken with both Sandip's anti-colonial fervor and the man himself. Personal and political tensions subsequently flare as the now assertive Bimala has to make a crucial decision.

Director: Satyajit Ray
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 140 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Satyajit Ray, Rabindranath Tagore
Cinematography: Soumendu Roy
Editing: Dulal Dutta
Production: National Film Development Corporation of India
Country: India
Language: বাংলা, English
Original Language: bn

Keywords

love triangle, patriotism, family drama, drama

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Home and the World about?
In the early 1900s, Nikhilesh, a wealthy Westernized Hindu in colonial East Bengal, feels compelled to test the love of his wife, Bimala. He introduces her to his friend Sandip, a politician agitating against British rule, and Bimala is equally taken with both Sandip's anti-colonial fervor and the man himself. Personal and political tensions subsequently flare as the now assertive Bimala has to make a crucial decision.
Who directed The Home and the World?
The Home and the World was directed by Satyajit Ray.
Who stars in The Home and the World?
The Home and the World stars Soumitra Chatterjee, Victor Banerjee, Swatilekha Sengupta, Gopa Aich, Jennifer Kendal, Manoj Mitra.
How long is The Home and the World?
The Home and the World has a runtime of 2h 20m (140 minutes).
What genre is The Home and the World?
The Home and the World is a Drama film.
Where was The Home and the World produced?
The Home and the World was produced in India.