Cast
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Madhabi Mukherjee
as Narayani
Nirmal Kumar
as Shyamlal
Bikash Roy
as Dr. Neelmuni Sarkar
Master Shanthanu
as Ram
Sita Mukherjee
as Kalyani's Mother
Gita Dey
as Nrityakali
Bhanu Banerjee
as Servant
Samar Kumar
as
Ashok Mitra
as
Sukhen Das
as Guest Appearence
Ajoy Bandyopadhyay
as Teacher
Kalipada Chakraborty
as
Dilip Chatterjee
as
Shanta Devi
as
Crew
Director
- Gurudas Bagchi
Producer
- Haridas Sanyal
- Nirmal Kumar
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Ramer Sumati examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Gurudas Bagchi brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1977, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Ramer Sumati took approximately 9 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 102 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 139 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 384 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The screenplay went through 9 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1977, when this film was released:
- Economic recession and oil crises were affecting global economies.
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 11, 1977
- Runtime: 1h 42m