
The construction of Bengali popular cinema, as distinct from a more widely circulated national cinema represented by the Bombay film industry, is an intriguing and complex process.
On our long journey through the trends of the West Bengal and Bangladesh film industries, we discover three distinct phases of film culture in the two Bengals. The first phase—the arrival …
It makes the argument that Bengali Cinema, from the time of its inception, has been a key economic and social institution which must be considered for what it brings to bear upon our …
This article seeks to problematize historical narratives representing a specific phase of transition in Bengali cinema. However, my additional interest is to reflect upon the conceptualization and …
Through examining the themes, narratives, and techniques employed in Bengali cinema, we gain insight into the broader trends within the film industry and their influence on society at large.
HISTORY OF BENGALI CINEMA BY .DR.AMRITA MITRA ORIGIN: THE FIRST SEED OF BENGALI FILM INDUSTRY WAS SOWN BY HIRALAL SEN. HE STARTED HIS OWN …
In the 50 years which have passed since the 'talking' cinema arrived, it is surprising that the Bengali audience has remained emotionally anchored in the style and content of films of the …