Herbert
Synopsis
Based on Nabarun Bhattacharyas novel of the same name which won the highest literary prize in India in 1997, Suman Mukhopadhyays debut feature Herbert is a deeply moving and artistically accomplished motion picture full of profound laughter, pathos, and humanity.
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Herbert (Trailer) | MoMA Film
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-11-18
Top Cast
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Subhasish Mukherjee
Herbert
Lily Chakravarty
Jyathaima
Sabyasachi Chakraborty
Police Officer
Kabir Suman
Bratya Basu
Dhanna
Sujan Mukherjee
Joyraj Bhattacharjee
Young Herbert
Bimal Chakraborty
Supriyo Dutta
Chandan Sen
Subratanath Mukhopadhyay
Shyamal Chakraborty
Debesh Chatterjee
Debshankar Haldar
Senjuti Roy Mukherjee
Kanchan Mullick
Sankar Debnath
Taranga Sarkar
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 11, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Suman Mukhopadhyay
- Screenplay & Story
- Suman Mukhopadhyay
- Original Score
- Mayookh Bhaumik
- Original Title
- Herbert
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- Bengali
- Runtime
- 2h 22m
- Production Studios
- Ripples Productions, Tritiyo Sutra Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Suman Mukhopadhyay
Suman Mukhopadhyay, Nabarun Bhattacharya
Mayookh Bhaumik
Somak Mukherjee
Arghyakamal Mitra
Anustup Basu, Kajal Bhattacharya, Abanti Chakrabarty, Sayan Pal
Department Leadership Roster
Suman Mukhopadhyay
Director
Suman Mukhopadhyay
Screenplay
Kajal Bhattacharya
Producer
Arghyakamal Mitra
Editor
Shrabani Bhaduri
Costume Design
Mayookh Bhaumik
Original Music Composer
Somak Mukherjee
Director of Photography
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What is Herbert about?
Based on Nabarun Bhattacharyas novel of the same name which won the highest literary prize in India in 1997, Suman Mukhopadhyays debut feature Herbert is a deeply moving and artistically accomplished motion picture full of profound laughter, pathos, and humanity.
Who directed Herbert?
Herbert was directed by Suman Mukhopadhyay.
Who stars in Herbert?
The principal cast of Herbert includes Subhasish Mukherjee, Lily Chakravarty, Sabyasachi Chakraborty, Kabir Suman, Bratya Basu.
When was Herbert released and how long is it?
Herbert was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 2h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Herbert?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Herbert was composed by Mayookh Bhaumik.
Is Herbert based on a book or true story?
Herbert is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Nabarun Bhattacharya".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Herbert?
Herbert holds official age classifications: IN: UA (Parental Guidance for children below the age of 12.).