# Pather Panchali (1955)

> A poor Bengali family’s fragile hopes unfold through the eyes of a curious child as village life brings wonder, loss, and forced departure.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/3227

## Facts

- Runtime: 125 min
- Genres: Drama, History
- Director: Satyajit Ray
- Cast: Kanu Bannerjee, Karuna Banerjee, Subir Banerjee, Runki Banerjee, Uma Dasgupta, Chunibala Devi, Tulsi Chakraborty, Haren Banerjee
- TMDB rating: 7.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0048473/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: melancholic, tender, lyrical, quiet evening, reflective viewing

## Synopsis

A poignant exploration of childhood and familial struggle in rural India, captured through the eyes of a young boy.

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