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Devi
Devi
1960
Drama
1h 33m
Devi focuses on a young woman, who is deemed a goddess when her father-in-law, a rich feudal landlord, envisions her as the Goddess Kali. (imdb)
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Devi
1960
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1h 33m
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Rated 04 Mar 2009
80
72nd
Religious fanatacism gives way to believable soul-searching and the confusion that follows - Devi explores the fine line between religiosity and fantasy - or, what religion really means, especially within the patriarchal, rural culture the film depicts. Importantly, it never feels condescending, preachy, or obtuse - which anyone, even Ray, could fall prey to with this subject matter.
Rated 04 Mar 2009
Rated 02 Sep 2009
6
95th
In some ways I wish more was done with the material, but what's here is fascinating. And the ending is of the kind that will most likely never leave my mind.
Rated 02 Sep 2009
Rated 14 Sep 2013
85
86th
Moody, sensual, and sinister. Although it speaks out against fundamentalism (though not religion as a whole, I think), it does so in a compassionate way; those drunk on false spirituality are not evil, just lost. The indoor scenes and long closeups are beautiful to watch.
Rated 14 Sep 2013
Rated 24 Feb 2007
95
98th
This is religious fanaticism handled in a way that Westerners could never do... in America, it would probably be a broad comedy, along the lines of Dogma and the like. In Devi it's done much gentler, with sensitivity and beauty. The musical score is outstanding.
Rated 24 Feb 2007
Rated 18 Jan 2008
85
73rd
Complexity arises from simplicity in Devi -- yet another great film from Satyajit Ray's early career. A woman's father-in-law has a dream where it's revealed to him that his daughter-in-law is the reincarnation of a goddess. The woman's husband -- a man who strives to be modern in his world view -- doesn't believe it. The woman herself doesn't know what to think. From this setup Ray creates a subtle and ambiguous film about the difference, or lack thereof, between spirituality and superstition.
Rated 18 Jan 2008
Rated 23 Jun 2007
75
84th
Takes some time getting into, but well worth it. The finale is profound, deceptively simple as it disperses superstition only to reveal an underlying core that's not necessarily secular.
Rated 23 Jun 2007
Rated 10 Oct 2013
91
72nd
Very well-acted.
Rated 10 Oct 2013
Rated 04 Aug 2015
85
81st
Excellent and beautiful cinematography that mixes long shots and closeups to give us insight into the characters and situations and set the film's slightly mystical mood. Even with the less grounded subject matter, scene to scene the film has Ray's usual style of realism and it helps balance the film's tone with the fable like narrative. For the most part it's really great both as a story on it's own and as an exploration of various aspects of faith and freedom.
Rated 04 Aug 2015
Rated 26 Mar 2018
85
59th
Viewed March 25, 2018.
Rated 26 Mar 2018
Rated 21 Sep 2016
80
72nd
It was feasible to create much more drama with this plot (it was a very interesting and profound subject) but Ray chose not to. Idk, maybe it was the best choice. Because, this movie is already as dense as possible. Feels like a film from another planet, yet so worldly.
Rated 21 Sep 2016
Rated 01 Mar 2016
16
88th
Star Rating: ★★★★1/2
Rated 01 Mar 2016
Rated 15 Mar 2019
90
77th
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Rated 13 Apr 2023
4
74th
It's obvious that there is plenty of text regarding these specific religious rituals during this specific time and place that may be lost to foreign eyes, but what remains clear is the tragedy of a woman held captive by mass fervor and patriarchal leverage, and the battle between cultural tradition and emerging modern sensibilities. Sharmila Tagore cuts a sad figure, sitting idle and utterly depleted, an image carved in clay.
Rated 13 Apr 2023
Rated 13 Dec 2009
71
63rd
Excellent social satire from Ray.
Rated 13 Dec 2009
Rated 07 May 2008
85
99th
I think about this film daily. It haunts my dreams.
Rated 07 May 2008
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