Hansuli Banker Upakatha
FOLK TALES OF THE RIVER BEND
★★★★★
Bengali / 98 MIN. / 1962
The Genres
The Synopsis
Set in 1941, the film delves into the complexities of rural life in Bengal. It sheds light on the oppressive Zamindari system, a social structure that perpetuates inequality and suffering. By exploring the lives of individuals caught within this system, the film offers a poignant commentary on the changing social dynamics and the growing discontent that would ultimately lead to significant transformations.