Plot
1976 film by Shyam Benegal
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Why Watch This
Manthan offers a rare cinematic glimpse into India's grassroots cooperative movement, blending political drama with intimate human stories. Its authentic portrayal of village life and the birth of the Amul dairy cooperative makes it both historically significant and emotionally resonant.
Best For
Political drama fans, Indian cinema enthusiasts, History buffs, Social reform admirers, Fans of Shyam Benegal
The CinePearl Take
Benegal’s direction is unflinchingly realistic, allowing the narrative to unfold like a living document of change. Smita Patil delivers a quietly powerful performance as a determined village woman, while Naseeruddin Shah brings intellectual nuance to the idealistic activist. The deliberate pacing mirrors the slow, steady momentum of collective action, and the film’s themes of empowerment remain strikingly relevant today.
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Cast & Crew
- Director
- Shyam Benegal
- Cast
- Girish Karnad, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Naseeruddin Shah, Smita Patil, Amrish Puri
- Writer
- Kaifi Azmi
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