Atman
Synopsis
The final film in The Trilogy of the Sacred and the Satanic, Atman is a spectacular epic across India, all documented on stunning 35mm. When his mother dies, a devout Hindu man named Jamana Lal begins a 3,000-mile journey in her honor. The destination is the holy city of Haridwar, but to get there, Lal, a 35-year-old whose legs have been paralyzed since childhood, must travel up the Ganges River. He is joined by his brother and his wife as well as by director Pirjo Honkasalo and her small, intrepid crew. Midway through, a miracle occurs, as Lal crosses paths with a kindhearted woman named Shanta. Atman blossoms into a love story for the ages.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Kettupäivät Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pirjo Honkasalo
- Screenplay & Story
- Pirjo Honkasalo
- Original Title
- Atman
- Country of Origin
- Finland, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- Gujarati, Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- Media Investment Club, YLE, AVEK, BR, Baabeli Ky, Finnish Film Foundation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pirjo Honkasalo
Pirjo Honkasalo
Pirjo Honkasalo
Christine Hafner
Patrick Hörl
Department Leadership Roster
Pirjo Honkasalo
Director
Pirjo Honkasalo
Writer
Pirjo Honkasalo
Director of Photography
Patrick Hörl
Producer
Christine Hafner
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Atman
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Atman about?
The final film in The Trilogy of the Sacred and the Satanic, Atman is a spectacular epic across India, all documented on stunning 35mm. When his mother dies, a devout Hindu man named Jamana Lal begins a 3,000-mile journey in her honor. The destination is the holy city of Haridwar, but to get there, Lal, a 35-year-old whose legs have been paralyzed since childhood, must travel up the Ganges River. He is joined by his brother and his wife as well as by director Pirjo Honkasalo and her small, intrepid crew. Midway through, a miracle occurs, as Lal crosses paths with a kindhearted woman named Shanta. Atman blossoms into a love story for the ages.
Who directed Atman?
Atman was directed by Pirjo Honkasalo.
Who stars in Atman?
The principal cast of Atman includes Not specified.
When was Atman released and how long is it?
Atman was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.