One couple retraces their roots in Bangladesh after more than 50 years, seeking to reconnect with family lost during the Partition of India.
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One couple retraces their roots in Bangladesh after more than 50 years, seeking to reconnect with family lost during the Partition of India.
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Synopsis
An Indian couple travels to Bangladesh, their homeland lost to Partition. Directed by Supriyo Sen, the film follows their emotional return as the mother seeks to find a sister separated during the turmoil. Released in 2003, Way Back Home won the National Film Award for Best Film on Social Issues and received accolades at the Mumbai International Film Festival and the Pusan International Film Festival.
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Why Watch
- See the emotional impact of Partition on an Indian couple.
- Find out about the couple's homeland before Partition.
- Meet the filmmakers, Supriyo Sen and Rajasri Mukhopadhyay.
Did You Know
- The film won the National Film Award for Best Film on Social Issues in 2003.
- Way Back Home received the Sundance Documentary Grant.
- It was awarded the International Jury Award at the 8th Mumbai International Film Festival in 2004.
- The documentary was incorporated into South Asian studies in various institutions.
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Who directed the documentary Way Back Home?
Way Back Home was directed by Supriyo Sen.
What awards did Way Back Home win?
The film won the National Film Award for Best Film on Social Issues, the Sundance Documentary Grant, and the Asian Network of Documentary Award.
What was the duration of the documentary Way Back Home?
Way Back Home has a duration of 117 minutes.
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