The River (1951)
The River is a 1951 drama movie directed by Jean Renoir, with a running time of 1h 39m. It stars Nora Swinburne, Esmond Knight and Arthur Shields.
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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What is The River about?
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.
When was The River released?
The River was released on 10 September 1951.
How long is The River?
The River runs 1h 39m.
Who made The River?
The River was directed by Jean Renoir.
Where can I watch The River?
The River is available on Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch The River
Stream: Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel
Cast
- Nora Swinburne as The Mother
- Esmond Knight as The Father
- Arthur Shields as Mr. John
- Suprova Mukerjee as Nan
- Thomas E. Breen as Capt. John
- Patricia Walters as Harriet
- Radha Burnier as Melanie
- Adrienne Corri as Valerie
- June Tripp as Narrator (voice)
- Nimai Barik as Kanu (uncredited)
- Richard R. Foster as Bogey (uncredited)
- Jane Harris as Muffie (uncredited)