Cinema
Amar Jyoti
अमर ज्योति
V. Shantaram · 1936
Synopsis
In an ancient port kingdom with patriarchal laws, Saudamini, separated from her husband, is refused custody of her son by the queen and by the tyrannical minister of justice Durjaya, for whom a woman is only her husband's slave. She swears vengeance, becomes a pirate and declares war on the State. She attacks a royal ship, takes Durjaya prisoner and, without knowing it, carries off Princess Nandini, hidden aboard in a chest.
Context
The film, produced by Prabhat, is written by K. Narayan Kale, who plays the counsellor Shekhar in it, with dialogue by Narottam Vyas; the cinematography is by V. Avadhoot, the music by Master Krishnarao. Durga Khote plays one of the most notable roles of her career, opposite Chandra Mohan and Shanta Apte. It was Prabhat's first film to use playback singing, and its fights and action scenes were noted.
Who it is for
Almost three hours in Hindi, with no French release; an adventure story that carries a plea.
Prizes and reception
Presented at the Venice Film Festival in 1936, and cited as a classic of the Indian adventure film; the role of Saudamini is considered Durga Khote's most memorable.
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