Madame Sousatzka
1988, English. Directed by John Schlesinger.
I teach not only how to play, but how to live.
In London, eccentric piano instructor Madame Sousatzka takes on a new prize protégé, Manek, a teenage Bengali immigrant who displays incredible talent. Manek forms a close bond with his teacher, but soon discovers that she expects her pupils to become disciplined in all areas of life, and not just behind the piano. As he struggles to meet the challenges, Manek must also deal with his mother, who vies with his teacher for his attention.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
- John SchlesingerDirector
- Shirley MacLaineMadame Yuvline Sousatzka
- Navin ChowdhryManek Sen
- Shabana AzmiSushila Sen
- Peggy AshcroftLady Emily
- TwiggyJenny
- Leigh LawsonRonnie Blum
- Geoffrey BayldonMr. Cordle
- Lee MontagueVincent Pick
- Greg EllisTarek
- Robert RiettiLeo Milev
- Katharine SchlesingerPiano Student
- Stephen WebberSchool Teacher
Details
- Released
- 14 October 1988
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- John Schlesinger, Ruth Prawer Jhabvala
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What Madame Sousatzka is based on
Madame Sousatzka is based on Madame Sousatzka, a 1962 novel by Bernice Rubens.
Novel · 1962
Madame Sousatzka
By Bernice Rubens
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How long is Madame Sousatzka?
Madame Sousatzka runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
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Madame Sousatzka parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Madame Sousatzka is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Madame Sousatzka on?
Madame Sousatzka isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Madame Sousatzka?
If you liked Madame Sousatzka, try Teen Spirit, TÁR, Thirty Two Short Films About Glenn Gould.
Who directed Madame Sousatzka?
Madame Sousatzka (1988) was directed by John Schlesinger and stars Shirley MacLaine, Navin Chowdhry, Shabana Azmi.
What is Madame Sousatzka based on?
Madame Sousatzka is based on Madame Sousatzka, a 1962 novel by Bernice Rubens.