Pather Panchali (1955); Dir by Satyajit Ray, Film Screening

We’re hosting a special screening of Satyajit Ray’s Pather Panchali (1955) this Saturday at The Revolver Club — a rare chance to watch one of the most important films ever made in an intimate setting.

Ray’s debut follows the Ray family in rural Bengal, told through the wonder and vulnerability of Apu and Durga. What makes the film extraordinary is its simplicity: real locations, non-professional actors, natural light, and an honesty that was completely new to Indian cinema at the time. Inspired by Italian Neorealism after watching Bicycle Thieves, Ray crafted a film that feels lived-in rather than staged.

When Pather Panchali released, it stunned audiences everywhere. It ran for eight months in New York and won the Best Human Document at Cannes in 1956.

Even today, the film feels timeless — the quiet moments, the unspoken emotions, Ravi Shankar’s unforgettable score — everything comes together with a level of craft that continues to inspire filmmakers globally.

If you’ve never watched it with an audience, this is the perfect setting. And if you already love the film, you know how much there is to rediscover.

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