# Black (2005)

> A deafblind girl and the unconventional teacher who reaches her fight isolation through language, education, and enduring human connection.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/20056

## Facts

- Runtime: 124 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Sanjay Leela Bhansali
- Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Rani Mukerji, Ayesha Kapoor, Shernaz Patel, Dhritiman Chatterjee, Nandana Sen, Sillo Mahava, Mahabanoo Mody-Kotwal
- TMDB rating: 7.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0375611/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: intense, compassionate, cathartic, reflective viewing, inspirational movie night

## Synopsis

A powerful journey of transformation and resilience unfolds as a young girl learns to communicate with the world around her.

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