Nov 03 2024 to Nov 03 2024 11 a.m.

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Where

Bangalore International Centre

7 4th Main Rd, Stage 2, Domlur 560071

Event Description

Kannada (with English Subtitles) | 1982 | 118 minutes

As citizens of a drought hit district struggle to deal with the situation compounded by political and systemic apathy, a young collector decides to save the city and expose the truth about a corrupt landlord involved in the crisis.

This month’s film featured in our informal film club is Bara: The Arid Earth (1982)

Bara, a Kannada-language film is directed by M. S. Sathyu and was released in 1982. The film is based on the novella by U. R. Ananthamurthy and focuses on the political and social issues surrounding a drought-stricken district in rural India.

The story follows a district collector, played by Anant Nag, as he confronts the challenges of managing the crisis while dealing with political pressures and bureaucratic obstacles. The film raises important questions about governance, caste, and the role of individuals in positions of authority.

Directed by M. S. Sathyu, Bara highlights the complexities of rural life and administration in India. With performances by Anant Nag, C. R. Simha, and Somu, the film remains a relevant exploration of the intersection between politics and society.

Credits:

Based on the novella by U R Ananthamurthy

Director: MS Sathyu

Writers: Shama Zaidi and Javed Siddiqui

Cinematography: Ashok Gunjal

Editor: S Chakravarthy

Art Director: Bijon Das Gupta

Cast: Anant Nag, C. R. Simha, Uma Shivakumar, Loveleen Madhu, Veeraj Byakod, Shivaram, Nitin Sethi, M. V. Narayana Rao, Pankaj Dheer, Vaijanath Biradar

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