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Movie poster: Raja Harishchandra (1913)
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Raja Harishchandra

1913 · 40 min History Drama
5.0 / 10 · TMDB

Revolves around the noble and righteous king, Harishchandra, who first sacrifices his kingdom, followed by his wife and eventually his children to honor his promise to the sage Vishwamitra.

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Original Title राजा हरिश्चंद्र
Year 1913
Country India
Genre History, Drama
Director Dhundiraj Govind Phalke
Runtime 40 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.0/10 (14 votes)

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The film constructs its narrative by directly translating a staged mythological play to the screen, relying on fixed camera positions and dramatic tableaux vivants. It explores the epic theme of sacrifice and truth, establishing a visual template for Indian cinema.

What lingers after viewing is the profound simplicity of the moral fable and the palpable ambition to create a new storytelling medium for a timeless tale. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Dhundiraj Govind Phalke

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As a silent historical artifact, with patience for its pioneering stage-bound style.

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