Into the world of children through Satyajit Ray's eyes
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 i...
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