The Big City (1963)
Storyline
Arati takes a job as a door-to-door saleswoman in Calcutta's wealthy neighbourhoods, in defiance of her traditionally-minded husband, Subrata, and his live-in parents. Emulating her Anglo-Indian friend Edith, who speaks equal to the men she encounters on the job, Arati quickly becomes her firm's top salesperson. When Subrata loses his job, the power dynamic begins to shift.
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Movie Details
| Original title | মহানগর |
|---|---|
| Release date | Sep 27, 1963 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | husband wife relationship, compassionate, calcutta, new job, money, parent-in-law child-in-law relationship, understated, mother-in-law, salesgirl, family disapproval, lipstick, working woman |
FAQ
What is The Big City about?
Arati takes a job as a door-to-door saleswoman in Calcutta's wealthy neighbourhoods, in defiance of her traditionally-minded husband, Subrata, and his live-in parents. Emulating her Anglo-Indian friend Edith, who speaks equal to the men she encounters on the job, Arati quickly becomes her firm's top salesperson. When Subrata loses his job, the power dynamic begins to shift.
When was The Big City released?
The Big City was released on Sep 27, 1963 (status: Released).
Who directed The Big City?
Satyajit Ray directed The Big City.
What is the TMDB rating of The Big City?
The Big City has a TMDB rating of 7.8/10 from 110 votes.