The River
The River (1951) is a romance drama, directed by Jean Renoir. It stars Nora Swinburne and Esmond Knight. The 99-minute film holds an audience score of 7.3/10.
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What The River Is 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.
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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.
Where can I watch The River?
The River is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max, Amazon Video. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is The River?
The River runs for 99 minutes (1h 39m).
When did The River come out?
The River was released in 1951.
Who directed The River?
The River was directed by Jean Renoir.
Who stars in The River?
The River stars Nora Swinburne, Esmond Knight, Arthur Shields, Suprova Mukerjee.
What is The River's rating?
The River holds 7.4/10 on IMDb and 7.3/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 73 out of 100.
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