
Chhatrabhang(1976)
Based on a true story, ‘Chhatrabhang’ explores caste dynamics in a drought stricken village in rural India. This complex film transforms a 3 line news report into a lyrical feature film about the trauma of dilemma, and the processes involved in resolve, change and reform.
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Based on a true story, ‘Chhatrabhang’ explores caste dynamics in a drought stricken village in rural India. This complex film transforms a 3 line news report into a lyrical feature film about the trauma of dilemma, and the processes involved in resolve, change and reform.
Release Date
1976-01-01
Average
9.5
Rating:
4.8 startsTagline
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Languages:
हिन्दी
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