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Directed by Satyajit Ray
The Elephant God
জয় বাবা ফেলুনাথ
An acclaimed, rewatchable crime.
Crime
Mystery
Thriller
1979
2h
Set in the holy city of Benares, this is the second film about the detective Feluda, who goes on a holiday with his cousin, Topshe, and his friend, Lalmohan Ganguly. But the theft of a priceless deity of Lord Ganesh (the Elephant God) from a local household forces him to investigate.
Where to watch
1The Elephant God is showing in 1 cinema in Athens - next screening Saturday 15 August at 20:30 at Newstar Art Cinema.
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6What people say
The next chapter of Detective Feluda series set in the holy city of Benaras. This one is about a theft of a very valuable antique gold statue. Satyajit Ray reveals the villain at the beginning itself but how each twists were removed by Feluda was fantastic. The knife throwing sequence blew me away with anxiety. Soumitra Chatterjee again proved he is the best choice as Feluda. It may not be a Sonar Kella but it definitely is in a class of its own.81/100
The sequel can be hit or miss but Ray never misses the mark to Feluda's stories. It is refreshing to see that there is a crisp story for this movie because how meticulous and organized the movie is in terms of atmosphere. Ray uses the twist to hook the viewer as well that is so good. Even the knife throwing scene which was like the best Ray scene in my book and I will never forget that scene how it gave me an anxiety. The characters in this movie are memorable as usual. Once again, Soumitra gives an entertaining and memorable performance as Feluda but for me Utpal Dutta gives a standout performance as Meghanraj. Santosh Dutta also brings a charming and funny performance. Once again, this might not the the "Sonar Kella" but I had a good time watching this.8/10Satyajit Ray Ranks
Common questions
What is The Elephant God about?+
A brilliant detective and his companions visit Varanasi, where they become entangled in the investigation of a stolen, priceless golden idol of Lord Ganesh.
Who directed The Elephant God?+
The film was directed by Satyajit Ray, the renowned Indian filmmaker known for his humanistic approach to cinema and iconic works like the Apu Trilogy.
Is The Elephant God considered a classic?+
Yes, it is widely regarded as one of the most beloved entries in the detective series, praised for its intelligent plotting and authentic cultural atmosphere.
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