Pather Panchali (1955)
Storyline
Impoverished priest Harihar Ray, dreaming of a better life for himself and his family, leaves his rural Bengal village in search of work. Alone, his wife, Sarbojaya, looks after her rebellious daughter, Durga, and her young son, Apu, as well as Harihar's elderly aunt Indir. The children enjoy the small pleasures of their difficult life, while their parents suffer the daily indignities heaped upon them.
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Movie Details
| Original title | পথের পাঁচালী |
|---|---|
| Release date | Sep 28, 1955 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | teacher, robbery, writer, unemployment, priest, black and white, difficult childhood, monsoon, railroad, misery, move, remembered death |
| Official site | Visit ↗ |
FAQ
What is Pather Panchali about?
Impoverished priest Harihar Ray, dreaming of a better life for himself and his family, leaves his rural Bengal village in search of work. Alone, his wife, Sarbojaya, looks after her rebellious daughter, Durga, and her young son, Apu, as well as Harihar's elderly aunt Indir. The children enjoy the small pleasures of their difficult life, while their parents suffer the daily indignities heaped upon them.
When was Pather Panchali released?
Pather Panchali was released on Sep 28, 1955 (status: Released).
Who directed Pather Panchali?
Satyajit Ray directed Pather Panchali.
What is the TMDB rating of Pather Panchali?
Pather Panchali has a TMDB rating of 7.8/10 from 511 votes.