Calcutta
Synopsis
When he was cutting "Phantom India," Louis Malle found that the footage shot in Calcutta was so diverse, intense, and unforgettable that it deserved its own film. The result, released theatrically, is at times shocking—a chaotic portrait of a city engulfed in social and political turmoil.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Louis Malle
- Screenplay & Story
- Louis Malle
- Original Title
- Calcutta
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Nouvelles Éditions de Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Louis Malle
Louis Malle
Étienne Becker
Suzanne Baron
Louis Kastner
Department Leadership Roster
Louis Malle
Director
Suzanne Baron
Editor
Louis Malle
Writer
Étienne Becker
Director of Photography
Louis Kastner
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Calcutta
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What is Calcutta about?
When he was cutting "Phantom India," Louis Malle found that the footage shot in Calcutta was so diverse, intense, and unforgettable that it deserved its own film. The result, released theatrically, is at times shocking—a chaotic portrait of a city engulfed in social and political turmoil.
Who directed Calcutta?
Calcutta was directed by Louis Malle.
Who stars in Calcutta?
The principal cast of Calcutta includes Louis Malle.
When was Calcutta released and how long is it?
Calcutta was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.