CAPFILM: PATHER PANCHALI
CAPFILM: PATHER PANCHALI
CAPFILM: PATHER PANCHALI
With the release in 1955 of Satyajit Ray’s debut film, Pather Panchali, an eloquent and important new cinematic voice made itself heard all over the world.
A depiction of rural Bengali life in a style inspired by Italian neorealism, this naturalistic but poetic evocation of a number of years in the life of a family introduces us to both little Apu and, just as essentially, the women who will help shape him: his independent older sister, Durga; his harried mother, Sarbajaya, who, with her husband away, must hold the family together; and his kindly and mischievous elderly “auntie,” Indir—all vivid, multifaceted characters.
With resplendent photography informed by its young protagonist’s perpetual sense of discovery, Pather Panchali, which won an award for Best Human Document at Cannes, is an immersive cinematic experience and a film of elemental power.
The screening will be introduced by York College professor Madhavi Reddi.
Image, Sound and Silence
An Art House Film Series
Art House Film is one of the most bold, dynamic and influential parts of cinema history. While its impact on filmmaking is significant, it is extremely broad, can be challenging to access, and may be difficult to know where to begin. This series—the first of its kind to be presented at the Appell Center—is designed as an introduction, opening the door for our audiences into the wide world of the Art House.
We will explore pivotal film movements, screen films across different eras, celebrate national film traditions from around the globe and filmmakers who have made far-reaching impressions on world cinema.
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- The Rules of the Game December 15, 2024 3:00PM
- Stalker February 23, 2025 3:00PM
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