CONDITION USED GOOD, PATHER PANCHALI , A FILM BY SATYAJIT RAY , HARDCOVER , 1984

This book presents a complete illustrated script of a landmark Indian film that ushered the country into the era of modern cinema. Compiled through meticulous research, it reconstructs the film’s structure from original dialogues, shot descriptions, director’s notes, and rare archival materials, preserving the tone and nuances of the original Bengali work. Alongside the script, the volume includes critical essays and background writings that trace the creative struggles, artistic vision, and historical context behind the film’s making. Designed to bring readers closer to the cinematic experience, the book allows admirers to relive the world of its unforgettable characters while gaining deeper insight into the birth of a classic of world cinema.