by bimalroy | Sep 28, 2021 | Uncategorized
How many times have we seen Anand? Innumerable times and loved the film each time even more if you are like me. Seeing it at the Bimal Roy Memorial & Film Society screening was an unique experience for sitting next to me was the absolutely charming and brilliant...
by bimalroy | Sep 27, 2021 | Uncategorized
Ask Bengalis to name their favourite comedy film of all times and prompt comes the answer Sare Chuattor. Ask again to mention the director’s name, they will draw a blank. That familiar phrase ‘’Bangali atmobismrito jaati” (Bengalis are forgetful about the self) rings...
by bimalroy | Sep 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
The relentless media coverage about the pandemic we are stuck with was guaranteed to turn the toughest into a couch potato, an escapist. I confess to have succumbed. Surfing through the daily cocktail mix of the tragic Sushant Singh case, the Rajasthan cabinet debacle...
by bimalroy | Sep 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
I seriously doubt if anyone has heard of a film called Baap Beti, one of the invisible pieces in Bimal Roy’s enduring film library. The film went into production between 1953/4 but struggled precariously for existence for years. Baap Beti started with a big muhuraat...
by bimalroy | Sep 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
Unknown to me, mother had invited a celebrated guest that particular night. And she extended her gracious invitation to us, me and husband Basu, for the special occasion. Dining with her was always a welcome affair. Her lavish hospitality and the gourmet repast each...
