Kotha (Bengali: কথোপকথন, transl. _Conversation_) is a 1983 Bengali film directed by Mrinal Sen. The film stars Soumitra Chatterjee, Shabana Azmi, Aparna Sen, and Dhritiman Chatterjee. The film is set in Calcutta and tells the story of a group of friends who meet to discuss their lives and relationships.
The film begins with a group of friends meeting at a cafe. The friends are all from different walks of life, but they are all united by their love of literature and their interest in discussing current events. The friends talk about everything from politics to relationships, and they often disagree with each other, but they always respect each other's opinions.
One of the friends, Aparna, is a writer who is struggling to find her voice. She is frustrated with her work, and she is not sure what she wants to write about. Another friend, Dhritiman, is a filmmaker who is trying to make a documentary about the lives of the poor in Calcutta. He is faced with many challenges, but he is determined to finish his film.
The film is a meditation on the power of conversation. The friends in the film are able to connect with each other on a deep level, and they are able to help each other to grow and learn. The film is a reminder that even in the most difficult of times, there is always hope.
Kotha was a critical and commercial success. The film won several awards at film festivals around the world, including the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival. The film was also praised for its performances, direction, and screenplay.
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