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Synopsis
This documentary biography delves into the life of centenarian Nanda Prusty who comes to limelight after receiving Padmashri, India's prominent civilian award. He is renowned for operating one of India's last traditional open-air school Chatasali reflecting selfless teaching tradition. Spanning over a century, his remarkable journey unfolds in a remote village. Transforming from an actor to a teacher, Prusty's narrative extends across three generations, marked by his unwavering commitment to selflessly serve his village on a profound spiritual path.
Reviews
"This is a rare film. It doesn't limit itself within the borders of the documentary. A mirror to an entire society steeped in change through education. What a story!!!"
Dr. Shoma A Chatterji,
Film critic & Eminent writer
“It's a journey to another world, it is hard to believe that it was made, how can one movie include so many things?"
Ilgar Guliyev, International NETPAC Jury, KIFF 2023
“Incredible Film. Very moving subject matter. unlike documentaries, it is for the mass audience."
Mr. Patrick Campos,
International NETPAC Jury, KIFF 2023
“The hard work is clearly visible in the narrative of the movie."
Himanshu Khatua, Director, Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute of India
Director's and Producer's Note
"This film is a tribute to teachers and social workers across the globe, a glimpse of India's selfless teaching tradition, a proof of one man's conviction changing the fate of generations to come."
Pranab Kumar Aich, Director
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