Mrinal Sen : Jiban O Cinema by Fajlea Rabby [Hardcover]

The birth centenary of legendary filmmaker Mrinal Sen has passed. Born in Faridpur, how much do we really know about this world-renowned cinematic pioneer? Yet, behind his simple two-word name lies the man who brought Bengali cinema to the global stage. On one hand, he portrayed the struggles of the working class; on the other, he explored the aesthetics of cinema. His life and work united these two worlds. From his early years, he was a supporter of progressive politics—even to the extent of being imprisoned for his political beliefs. Later, after completing his intermediate studies, he moved to Kolkata. Fazle Rabbi not only compiles this information but, with heartfelt effort, unveils lesser-known chapters of Mrinal Sen’s life. The book includes detailed analyses of each of his films, as well as discussions on his writings, cinematic vision, critiques, personal life, and bibliography. Moreover, new avenues of study and discourse on him have recently opened up. All in all, the book presents a comprehensive portrait of Mrinal Sen. In doing so, the author has thoughtfully and informatively explored the different phases of his growth and development as an individual. Hopefully, this work will become an important contribution to Mrinal Sen studies in the Bengali language.