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Dayamoyee, Devi (1960, Bengali)
Steeped in rituals, how an innocent young woman Dayamoyee’s (Sharmila Tagore) life is held captive to age old rituals that eventually destroy her very life is what Devi is about. It is a call for society to rise above its prejudices especially in its treatment towards women.
Director: Satyajit Ray
Cast: Sharmila Tagore, Soumitra Chatterjee, Chhabi Biswas
Music: Ustad Ali Akbar Khan
They faced crisis in a way we didn’t. They fought in a way we didn’t. But these women are closer to us in many ways than one… Every time you watch these films, you marvel at their courage, conviction and stoicism. Incredible women who keep inspiring us!
Great post Maitreyee!