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The River (1951)

Movie ★ 7.3 99 min

Director Jean Renoir’s entrancing first color feature—shot entirely on location in India—is a visual tour de force. Based on the novel by Rumer Godden, the film eloquently contrasts the growing pains of three young women with the immutability of the Bengal river around which their daily lives unfold. Enriched by Renoir’s subtle understanding and appreciation for India and its people, The River gracefully explores the fragile connections between transitory emotions and everlasting creation.

Jean Renoir Director

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Quick facts

Released
September 10, 1951
Runtime
99 min
IMDb
tt0043972
Country
France, India
Language
English, Bengali
Studio
Oriental International Films

Cast

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Frequently asked questions

What is The River about?
Director Jean Renoir’s entrancing first color feature—shot entirely on location in India—is a visual tour de force. Based on the novel by Rumer Godden, the film eloquently contrasts the growing pains of three young women with the immutability of the Bengal river around which their daily lives unfold. Enriched by Renoir’s subtle understanding and appreciation for India and its people, The River gracefully explores the fragile connections between transitory emotions and everlasting creation.
Who directed The River?
The River was directed by Jean Renoir.
Who stars in The River?
The River stars Nora Swinburne, Esmond Knight, Arthur Shields, Suprova Mukerjee.
When was The River released?
The River is a 1951 drama, romance film.
Where can I watch The River?
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