Archive · 21 May 2025
Aranyer Din Ratri Celebrated at Cannes After Restoration
The film "Aranyer Din Ratri" was shown at the Cannes Film Festival after being restored.
The actress Sharmila Tagore recalled filming in the forest 55 years ago, with difficult conditions like extreme heat and limited filming hours.
Director Satyajit Ray also operated the camera himself.
The film's restoration was a collaborative effort, and the screening included tributes to Ray, and the actors involved.
Wes Anderson, a fan of Ray, presented the film and highlighted its importance.
The restored version of "Aranyer Din Ratri" was screened at Cannes.
Sharmila Tagore and Wes Anderson presented the restored film.
Filming took place over 55 years ago in the forest.
Filming conditions were challenging due to the heat and lack of amenities.
The film's restoration was a collaborative effort.
- Who
- Sharmila Tagore, Wes Anderson, Satyajit Ray, and the cast and crew of 'Aranyer Din Ratri'.
- What
- The restored version of the film "Aranyer Din Ratri" was presented at Cannes.
- When
- The restored film was screened at Cannes in the present day, filming took place over 55 years ago.
- Where
- The film was shot in the forest of Betla, Jharkhand; the restored version screened at Cannes.
- Why
- To celebrate the restoration and to honor Satyajit Ray's work.
- Film Age
- 55 years old
- Filming Location
- Betla, Jharkhand
- Presented by
- Wes Anderson
- Lead Actors
- Soumitra Chatterjee, Sharmila Tagore
- Director
- Satyajit Ray
