Rohit K. Dasgupta & Sangeeta Datta's 100 Essential Indian Films
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Although the motion picture industry in India is one of the oldest and largest in the world—with literally thousands of productions released each year—films from that country have not been as well received as those from other countries. Known for their impressive musical numbers, melodramatic plots, and nationally beloved stars, Indian films have long been ignored by the West but are now at the forefront of cinema studies.
In 100 Essential Indian Films, Rohit K. Dasgupta and Sangeeta Datta identify and discuss significant works produced since the 1930s. Examining the output of different regional film industries throughout India, this volume offers a balance of box-office blockbusters, critical successes, and less-recognized cult classics.
While many studies of Indian films focus on a single language’s contributions, this encyclopedia offers a comprehensive guide to productions from across the country in various languages, including Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Malayalam, Assamese, Punjabi, Marathi, and English. 100 Essential Indian Films is an engaging volume that will appeal to both cinema scholars and those looking for an introduction to a vital component of world cinema.
The movies are ordered alphabetically by their english title.
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Amar Akbar Anthony
1977 — a.k.a. Amar, Akbar and Anthony, in 4 top lists Check -
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Bandit Queen
1994, in 5 top lists Check -
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Mahanagar
1963 — a.k.a. The Big City, in 6 top lists Check -
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Bobby
1973, in 1 top list Check -
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Bombay
1995, in 2 top lists Check -
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Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
1995, in 5 top lists Check -
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Calcutta 71
1971, in 0 top lists Check -
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Lage Raho Munna Bhai
2006 — a.k.a. Carry On, Munna Bhai, in 0 top lists Check -
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Zanjeer
1973 — a.k.a. The Chain, in 2 top lists Check -
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Meghe Dhaka Tara
1960 — a.k.a. The Cloud-Capped Star, in 12 top lists Check -
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Devdas
2002, in 4 top lists Check -
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Sholay
1975 — a.k.a. Embers, in 11 top lists Check -
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Mughal-E-Azam
1960 — a.k.a. The Emperor of the Mughals, in 8 top lists Check -
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Silsila
1981, in 0 top lists Check -
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Fire
1996, in 2 top lists Check -
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Dostana
2008, in 0 top lists Check -
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Kabuliwala
1957, in 1 top list Check -
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Gangs of Wasseypur
2012, in 7 top lists Check -
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Devi
1960 — a.k.a. The Goddess, in 6 top lists Check -
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Guide
1965, in 3 top lists Check -
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Ardh Satya
1983 — a.k.a. Half Truth, in 1 top list Check -
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Anand
1971, in 2 top lists Check -
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Nayakan
1987, in 0 top lists Check -
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Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
1999 — a.k.a. Straight from the Heart, in 1 top list Check -
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Kandukondain Kandukondain
2000 — a.k.a. I Have Found It, in 1 top list Check -
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Amar Prem
1971, in 0 top lists Check -
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Indian
1996, in 0 top lists Check -
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Jeans
1998, in 0 top lists Check -
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Jewel Thief
1967, in 1 top list Check -
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Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro
1983 — a.k.a. Who Pays the Piper, in 3 top lists Check -
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Aradhana
1969, in 1 top list Check -
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Charulata
1964 — a.k.a. The Lonely Wife, in 10 top lists Check -
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Madhumati
1958, in 2 top lists Check -
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Maqbool
2003, in 1 top list Check -
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Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam
1962 — a.k.a. King, Queen and Slave, in 3 top lists Check -
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Golmaal
1979 — a.k.a. Hanky Panky, in 0 top lists Check -
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Arth
1982 — a.k.a. The Meaning, in 1 top list Check -
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Monsoon Wedding
2001, in 8 top lists Check -
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Chandni
1989, in 0 top lists Check -
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Mother India
1957, in 9 top lists Check -
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Mr. & Mrs. '55
1955, in 1 top list Check -
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My Brother... Nikhil
2005, in 0 top lists Check -
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Mera Naam Joker
1970, in 1 top list Check -
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1942: A Love Story
1994, in 1 top list Check -
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Chokher Bali
2003 — a.k.a. Choker Bali: A Passion Play, in 0 top lists Check -
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Shaan
1980, in 0 top lists Check -
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Pakeezah
1972 — a.k.a. Pure Heart, in 6 top lists Check -
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Queen
2014, in 0 top lists Check -
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Bhumika
1977, in 3 top lists Check -
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Roja
1992, in 1 top list Check
Last updated on May 17, 2021; source