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The River

The River

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Director Jean Renoir’s entrancing first color feature—shot entirely on location in India—is a visual tour de force. Based on the novel by Rumer Godden, the film eloquently contrasts the growing pains of three young women with the immutability of the Bengal river around which their daily lives unfold. Enriched by Renoir’s subtle understanding and appreciation for India and its people, The River gracefully explores the fragile connections between transitory emotions and everlasting creation.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The River
  • Genres: Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 1951-09-10
  • Runtime: 99 minutes
  • Rating: 7.2/10 (114 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Oriental International Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.269
  • Languages: English, Bengali

Cast & Crew

Nora Swinburne

Nora Swinburne

as The Mother

Esmond Knight

Esmond Knight

as The Father

Arthur Shields

Arthur Shields

as Mr. John

Suprova Mukerjee

Suprova Mukerjee

as Nan

Thomas E. Breen

Thomas E. Breen

as Capt. John

Patricia Walters

Patricia Walters

as Harriet

Radha Burnier

Radha Burnier

as Melanie

Adrienne Corri

Adrienne Corri

as Valerie

June Tripp

June Tripp

as Narrator (voice)

Nimai Barik

Nimai Barik

as Kanu (uncredited)

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The River (1951) Original Trailer [HD]

Martin Scorsese on THE RIVER

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The River?â–Ľ

The River is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1951-09-10.

Who are the main actors in The River?â–Ľ

The main cast includes Nora Swinburne, Esmond Knight, Arthur Shields, Suprova Mukerjee, Thomas E. Breen, .

Where can I watch The River online?â–Ľ

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The River is available.

Is The River based on a true story?â–Ľ

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What is the IMDb rating of The River?â–Ľ

The River has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 114 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The River?â–Ľ

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The River?â–Ľ

The soundtrack was composed by Oriental International Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The River filmed?â–Ľ

The River was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The River?â–Ľ

The total runtime of The River is 99 minutes.

Is The River suitable for kids?â–Ľ

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The River?â–Ľ

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The River.

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