The Bengali (2021)
In the 1900s, Indian men immigrated to Louisiana, often intermarrying with African American women. Fatima, a descendant of this practice, journeys from her New Orleans home to Kolkata, seeking her long-lost forbears. Armed with a handful of faded documents, she struggles with language and suspicion, but the lure of family and the kindness of strangers make her quest worthwhile. Vibrant, colorful scenery provides the backdrop for this easy-paced, feel-good tale of finding your roots.
Director: Kavery Kaul
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 72 min
Release Date: July 1, 2021
Screenplay
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Bengali about?
- In the 1900s, Indian men immigrated to Louisiana, often intermarrying with African American women. Fatima, a descendant of this practice, journeys from her New Orleans home to Kolkata, seeking her long-lost forbears. Armed with a handful of faded documents, she struggles with language and suspicion, but the lure of family and the kindness of strangers make her quest worthwhile. Vibrant, colorful scenery provides the backdrop for this easy-paced, feel-good tale of finding your roots.
- Who directed The Bengali?
- The Bengali was directed by Kavery Kaul.
- How long is The Bengali?
- The Bengali has a runtime of 1h 12m (72 minutes).
- What genre is The Bengali?
- The Bengali is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Bengali produced?
- The Bengali was produced in United States of America.