This a badly written synopsis of the brilliant Satyajit Ray film Sonar Kella released in 1974. Any resemblance to people recently resurrected is a figment of your overstretched mind.
Today marks the birth centenary of renowned filmmaker and author Satyajit Ray. Among all his popular characters, Feluda holds a special place in the hearts of many young readers. Growing up outside Bangladesh, I was fond of reading about his English counterparts, through authors such as Enid Blyton, Carolyn Keene, and of course, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Over time, mystery
Apu in Pather Panchali. Photo: Collected from Satyajitray.org.
The film s memorable six-minute dance sequence by a group of ghosts, Bhooter Nach , made history by using special effects at a time when it was unheard of in Indian cinema. It was shot using a stop-motion effect in combination with a watery reel. As the dance appealed hugely to children, it also represented class dynamics in Bengal. Hirak Rajar Deshe , the sequel to Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne , came out in 1980. It was another hit film filled with coded messages, musical elements, inspirational dialogues and quirky scenes, making it a favourite among both children and adults.
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