The Big City - The Criterion Collection [Blu-ray / Restored]
Release Date: May 11, 2026
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Satyajit Ray writes and directs this 1960s Indian drama set in Calcutta. In order to help with her family's financial situation, Arati (Madhabi Mukherjee) finds work as a saleswoman. Despite her husband Subrata (Anil Chatterjee)'s insecurity over this, when he loses his job, Arati becomes the sole provider for her family.
However, this untraditional role reversal creates a divide between her and Subrata and leaves the household in turmoil.
However, this untraditional role reversal creates a divide between her and Subrata and leaves the household in turmoil.
Special Features
- Interactive Menus
- Interviews: Madhabi Mukherjee (actor); Suranjan Ganguly (Satyajit Ray scholar)
- Other Documentary: 'Satyajit Ray' (1974)