Movie Description The powerful story of a well-intentioned father, Gustad Noble (Seth), who is losing control over his family. When a friend from the past asks him for a favor, Gustad innocently accepts. Little does he realize that the favor involves depositing a chunk of potentially illegal money into a bank account. By the time he realizes the gravity of his situation, it may be too late. Based on the 1991 book by Rohinton Mistry.
| Credits | | Producer: | Simon MacCorkindale | | Cast: | Kurush Deboo, Pearl Padamsee |
| Details | | Sound: | Stereo Sound, Surround Sound |
Notes Theatrical Release: March 24, 2000 (19 Cities)
Editorial Reviews "...[The director] perfectly captures the mood and rhythms of India..." Box Office - Mike Kerrigan (07/01/2000)
"...Beautifully filmed....It's rich in detail and character, and soaked in the atmosphere of its time and place..." New York Times - A. O. Scott (03/24/2000)
"...The film is ultimately quite moving..." Los Angeles Times - Kevin Thomas (03/24/2000)
"...A film so rich in atmosphere, it makes Western films look pale and underpopulated....[The] film is interesting not simply in terms of its plot but because of the medium it moves through..." Chicago Sun-Times - Roger Ebert (03/24/2000)
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