Aparajito (1956)

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Aparajito (1956) – S. Ray

Satyajit Ray's sequel to Pather Panchali finds Apu growing from a small boy to a young man. Ready for independence and adventure, Apu abandons his mother for Calcutta and studies, leaving her lonely and weak. Close-ups (and Ravi Shankar's lilting score) heighten the emotion. The film ends abruptly, as Apu departs after another life transition.