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Uttoran
Sen Gupta, a doctor who only treats upper-class patients, is forced to confront his own moral and medical beliefs as he discovers rural India during an unexpected stop at a village. He finds a breathless man lying on the side of the road. With little sympathy, the doctor sends him back to his own village for treatment. When Dr. Gupta discovers that the villages want a witch doctor to treat the man, he attends the exorcism and is shocked. A transformation of the cold city man then follows.
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Plot Summary
The film tells the story of a retired school teacher who faces immense hardship after his retirement. He struggles to make ends meet and cope with the changing times and the indifference of his family. The narrative explores themes of dignity, aging, and the emotional toll of financial struggles on an individual and his relationships.
Critical Reception
Uttoran received critical acclaim for its poignant portrayal of an aging individual's plight and the sensitive direction by Sandip Ray. It was appreciated for its strong performances, particularly by Soumitra Chatterjee, and its realistic depiction of social and economic issues faced by the elderly.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Soumitra Chatterjee's compelling performance.
Commended for its sensitive handling of themes like aging and financial struggle.
Acknowledged for its realistic and empathetic portrayal of an ordinary man's life.
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Fun Fact
Sandip Ray, the director, is the son of the legendary Satyajit Ray, and he often continued to work with many of the actors who were prominent in his father's films.
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