Review of Pather Panchali (1955) by Johnny S — 27 May 2008

Overwhelmingly beautiful, moving, wise and true (to the human heart).

This review of Pather Panchali (1955) was written by Johnny S on 27 May 2008.

Pather Panchali has generally received very positive reviews.

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