The Disciple
“If you want to walk this path, learn to be lonely and hungry.”
Synopsis
Self-doubt, sacrifice and struggle converge into an existential crisis for a devoted classical vocalist as the mastery he strives for remains elusive.
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#BIFF2020 A Window on Asian Cinema - The Disciple / 아시아 영화의 창 - 수업시대
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-09-17
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 30, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chaitanya Tamhane
- Screenplay & Story
- Chaitanya Tamhane
- Original Title
- The Disciple
- Country of Origin
- India, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi
- Runtime
- 2h 8m
- Production Studios
- Zoo Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chaitanya Tamhane
Chaitanya Tamhane
Michał Sobociński, Ayan Saxena
Chaitanya Tamhane
Vivek Gomber, Alfonso Cuarón, Rakesh Mehra
Department Leadership Roster
Chaitanya Tamhane
Director
Vivek Gomber
Producer
Chaitanya Tamhane
Writer
Pooja Talreja
Production Design
Ravin Karde
Production Design
Michał Sobociński
Director of Photography
Chaitanya Tamhane
Editor
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is The Disciple about?
Self-doubt, sacrifice and struggle converge into an existential crisis for a devoted classical vocalist as the mastery he strives for remains elusive.
Who directed The Disciple?
The Disciple was directed by Chaitanya Tamhane.
Who stars in The Disciple?
The principal cast of The Disciple includes Aditya Modak, Arun Dravid, Sumitra Bhave, Deepika Bhida Bhagwat, Kiran Yadnyopavit.
When was The Disciple released and how long is it?
The Disciple was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 2h 8m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Disciple?
The Disciple holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).