In Custody
Originally released in 1994. In Custody is a drama/comedy film. directed by Ismail Merchant. With a runtime of 2h 6m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Shashi Kapoor, Om Puri, and Shabana Azmi
Synopsis
Ismail Merchant's feature directorial debut addresses a subject close to his heart: the expressive Urdu language of Northern India, in danger of extinction as political trends and modernization obscure its contributions to Indian culture. Merchant 's treatment is wry and good humored , as his characters - an aging Urdu poet (Shashi Kapoor) and a worshipful young college lecturer - clash despite their shared passion for the beauty of words.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 15, 1994
31 years ago
Runtime
2h 6m
126 minutes total
User Rating
4.4/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
Hindi
Original language
Country
India
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- HI
Production Companies
- Merchant Ivory Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is In Custody about?
Ismail Merchant's feature directorial debut addresses a subject close to his heart: the expressive Urdu language of Northern India, in danger of extinction as political trends and modernization obs...
Who directed In Custody?
In Custody was directed by Ismail Merchant.
How long is In Custody?
In Custody has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
When was In Custody released?
In Custody was released on April 15, 1994 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in In Custody?
The main cast of In Custody includes Shashi Kapoor, Om Puri, Shabana Azmi, Neena Gupta, Sushma Seth.