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The Poisoned Nest

1951Movie

Drama
100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

A profoundly sad, slow-burning drama movie about history and family, with standout characters.

Good for date night · friends night · background watch

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, scares or warmth.

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Story

Amidst the Bengal Renaissance, a neglected wife's heart finds passion. Can love thrive in the shadows of tradition and modernity?

A film based on the novella "Nastanirh" by Rabindranath Tagore written in 1901.

Feels like

  • Classic Bengali Cinema
  • Period Drama
  • Literary Adaptation
  • Emotional Melancholy
  • Complex Relationships
  • Psychological Depth
  • Subtle Romance
  • Historical Social Commentary
  • Character Study
  • Thoughtful & Poignant

Cast

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Crew

Directed by
Pashupati Chattopadhyay
Written by
Rabindranath Tagore, Pashupati Chattopadhyay
Music by
Robin Chattopadhyay

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Facts

August 24, 1951 · Drama · Bangla

Released
August 24, 1951
Genres
Drama
Original language
Bangla
Made in
India

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is The Poisoned Nest worth watching?"

Questions about The Poisoned Nest

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Poisoned Nest worth watching?

100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 100.

Is The Poisoned Nest plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Poisoned Nest good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is The Poisoned Nest in English?

Bangla

No, it was made in Bangla.