The River
1951, English. Directed by Jean Renoir.
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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.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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The River is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jean RenoirDirector
- Nora SwinburneThe Mother
- Esmond KnightThe Father
- Arthur ShieldsMr. John
- Suprova MukerjeeNan
- Thomas E. BreenCapt. John
- Patricia WaltersHarriet
- Radha BurnierMelanie
- Adrienne CorriValerie
- June TrippNarrator (voice)
- Nimai BarikKanu (uncredited)
- Richard R. FosterBogey (uncredited)
- Jane HarrisMuffie (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 10 September 1951
- Country
- France, India
- Written by
- Jean Renoir, Rumer Godden
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The River: quick answers
Is The River worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 137 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The River?
The River runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does The River have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The River. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The River parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The River yet.
Which OTT platform is The River on?
The River is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India.
What movies are like The River?
If you liked The River, try The Secret: Dare to Dream, Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans, Pride and Prejudice.
Who directed The River?
The River (1951) was directed by Jean Renoir and stars Nora Swinburne, Esmond Knight, Arthur Shields.