Roti
Synopsis
Roti made in the early 1940s inspired by the German Expressionism, is a real critique of Indian society with prophetic insight. It deals with two models - one of a millionaire, possessed by money and power in an industrial civilisation, the other of a tribal couple living in a primeval state of nature. The millionaire is saved by the couple after an air crash, the tribal couple emigrate to the city, do not find happiness and return. The millionaire is ruined in the city, tries futilely to find salvation among the tribal.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mehboob Khan
- Screenplay & Story
- Wajahat Mirza
- Original Title
- Roti
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 8m
- Production Studios
- National Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mehboob Khan
Wajahat Mirza
Faredoon A. Irani
Department Leadership Roster
Faredoon A. Irani
Director of Photography
Mehboob Khan
Director
Wajahat Mirza
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Roti
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What is Roti about?
Roti made in the early 1940s inspired by the German Expressionism, is a real critique of Indian society with prophetic insight. It deals with two models - one of a millionaire, possessed by money and power in an industrial civilisation, the other of a tribal couple living in a primeval state of nature. The millionaire is saved by the couple after an air crash, the tribal couple emigrate to the city, do not find happiness and return. The millionaire is ruined in the city, tries futilely to find salvation among the tribal.
Who directed Roti?
Roti was directed by Mehboob Khan.
Who stars in Roti?
The principal cast of Roti includes Chandramohan, Sheikh Mukhtar, Sitara Devi, Begum Akhtar, Ashraf Khan.
When was Roti released and how long is it?
Roti was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 2h 8m.