Thirst


2h 26m 1957

Brief Synopsis

Vijay, a struggling poet, tries to make his radical poems known in his quest for wealth and comforts in post-intendance India. Gulab, a local prostitute, reads Vijay's works and uses some influence to get his works published, as posthumous works from a deceased derelict whom also was named Vijay, in which the poet Vijay feels compelled to act out as "knowing" the poet.

Cast & Crew

Guru Dutt

Director

Film Details

Release Date
1957

Technical Specs

Duration
2h 26m
Sound
Mono (RCA Sound System)
Color
Black and White

Synopsis

Vijay, a struggling poet, tries to make his radical poems known in his quest for wealth and comforts in post-intendance India. Gulab, a local prostitute, reads Vijay's works and uses some influence to get his works published, as posthumous works from a deceased derelict whom also was named Vijay, in which the poet Vijay feels compelled to act out as "knowing" the poet.

Film Details

Release Date
1957

Technical Specs

Duration
2h 26m
Sound
Mono (RCA Sound System)
Color
Black and White

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