Kapurush (The Coward)

Kapurush (The Coward) (1965)

  • 85% of users liked it
    (183 ratings)

This short feature by Satyajit Ray, based on a story by Premendra Mitra, stars Soumitra Chatterjee as Amitabha Roy, a Calcutta screenwriter whose car breaks down during a research trip out in the country. A local tea baron offers him a place to stay for the night, and Amitabha is surprised to find… More

Unrated, 1 hr. 10 min.
Directed By
Satyajit Ray
Written By
Satyajit Ray
Genres
Art House & International, Drama
On DVD
Feb 6, 2007

Critic Reviews

  • Doug Cummings, Filmjourney

    A deeply felt and observantly rendered mood piece that pivots on setting, camera placement, actor positions, and an editing structure that incorporates flashbacks via emotional associations

  • John A. Nesbit, Old School Reviews

    ...Kapurush has a great deal of charm, most notably in the wordless acting prowess demonstrated by the two lead characters. Through their subtle eye movements and small body gestures, we are able to discern their unspoken turmoil.

Critic ratings and reviews powered by RottenTomatoes.com

Fresh (60% or more critics rated the movie positively)

Rotten (59% or fewer critics rated the movie positively)

Featured Audience Ratings

  • Anthony L


    A simple story, directed beautifully. It's the three lead actors and the great script that really make this film though, and the conclusion is harsh and real, even though this film is nearly 50 years old it almost feels contemporary because of it. Definitely recommend!

facebook_logo

Now you can share movies with your friends on Facebook!

  • Discover movies your friends are watching
  • Keep track of what you want to see
  • Add your reviews to your Timeline