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Movie The Rerun: 1960s

Charulata

Based on Rabindranath Tagore's novella Nastanirh, it centres on a lonely wife, Charu, who observes the outside world through binoculars.

Where to watch

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Our take

Based on Rabindranath Tagore's novella Nastanirh, it centres on a lonely wife, Charu, who observes the outside world through binoculars.

Why watch Written and directed by Satyajit Ray, it is widely regarded as one of Ray's finest works.

Cast & crew

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8½

1963 · Comedy

Quick answers

Where can I watch Charulata?
We do not have a confirmed streaming listing for Charulata in Canada, the US, the UK, Australia or New Zealand yet. This page updates as platforms add it.
What is Charulata about?
Based on Rabindranath Tagore's novella Nastanirh, it centres on a lonely wife, Charu, who observes the outside world through binoculars.
Who is in the cast of Charulata?
Charulata stars Soumitra Chatterjee, Madhabi Mukherjee and Bankim Ghosh.
Who directed Charulata?
Charulata was directed by Satyajit Ray.
When did Charulata come out?
Charulata was released on 1 January 1964.
How long is Charulata?
Charulata runs 117 minutes (1 h 57 min).

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