The year is 1971. Such A Long Journey movie India is on the brink of war with Pakistan over the issue of ten million refugees from East Pakistan who threaten the stability of India's economy and resources. In Bombay, Parsi family man and bank clerk Gustad Noble (Seth) has carved out a peaceful daily routine for himself amidst the city's crowded streets, insistent beggars and ceaselessly honking car horns. In the space of a few days, however, his quiet existence begins to fall apart. His rebellious college student son runs away, his young daughter contracts malaria and his wife begins practicing witchcraft under the tutelage of the crazy old woman upstairs. When Gustad receives a message from a mysterious old friend asking for a favor, he doesn't think twice. He is asked to meet a stranger at a bookseller's stall in the marketplace to pick up a bag. Upon his arrival at home, Gustad discovers that the bag contains a large amount of Indian currency, which he must take the risk of depositing in a bank account. Unfortunately, his old friend is involved in some very dangerous and illegal political dealings, and Gustad's involvement will cause him to question his loyalty to his family, his friends and his own faith.
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.
Theatrical Release: March 24, 2000 (19 Cities)
Such A Long Journey Reviews:
"...Beautifully filmed.... It's rich in detail and character, and soaked in the atmosphere of its time and place..." -- A. O. Scott, New York Times
"...The film is ultimately quite moving..." -- Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times
"...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..."-- Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
"...[The director] perfectly captures the mood and rhythms of India..." -- Mike Kerrigan, Box Office
It is 1971--Bombay, India, and the country is on the verge of war. Gustad Noble finds his modest life unraveling when he agrees to do a clandestine favor for an old friend. Based on the prize-winning novel by Robinton Mistry, from a screenplay by Sooni Taraporevala (Mississippi Masala, Salaam Bombay) and helmed by Emmy Award-winning director Sturla Gunnarsson, "Such a Long Journey" is both a tragic drama and a wryly humorous meditation on enduring hope and the strength of faith.
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