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Movie poster: Pyaasa (1957)
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1957 · 146 min Drama Romance
7.2 / 10 · TMDB

Vijay, a destitute poet, searches for true love while attempting to get his work published. With the assistance of two women in his life, his dream comes true - but at a cost that causes Vijay to rethink his worldview.

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Original Title प्यासा
Year 1957
Country India
Genre Drama, Romance
Director Guru Dutt
Runtime 146 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.2/10 (72 votes)

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The director constructs a poignant narrative as a visual poem, where every frame and musical note serves the protagonist's inner turmoil. It explores the sacrifice at the heart of artistic passion, relying on stunning chiaroscuro cinematography to mirror the conflict between light and shadow within the soul.

What lingers after the final scene is a profound melancholy and the haunting beauty of its melodies. The film leaves one contemplating the true cost of a dream realized. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Guru Dutt

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