Atman
Originally released in 1997. Atman is a documentary film. directed by Pirjo Honkasalo. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The final film in The Trilogy of the Sacred and the Satanic, Atman is a spectacular epic across India, all documented on stunning 35mm. When his mother dies, a devout Hindu man named Jamana Lal begins a 3,000-mile journey in her honor. The destination is the holy city of Haridwar, but to get there, Lal, a 35-year-old whose legs have been paralyzed since childhood, must travel up the Ganges River. He is joined by his brother and his wife as well as by director Pirjo Honkasalo and her small, intrepid crew. Midway through, a miracle occurs, as Lal crosses paths with a kindhearted woman named Shanta. Atman blossoms into a love story for the ages.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 7, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
FI
Original language
Country
Finland
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FI
Production Companies
- Media Investment Club
- YLE
- AVEK
- BR
- Baabeli Ky
- Finnish Film Foundation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atman about?
The final film in The Trilogy of the Sacred and the Satanic, Atman is a spectacular epic across India, all documented on stunning 35mm. When his mother dies, a devout Hindu man named Jamana Lal beg...
Who directed Atman?
Atman was directed by Pirjo Honkasalo.
How long is Atman?
Atman has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was Atman released?
Atman was released on March 7, 1997 in theaters.