Performing the Goddess
Originally released in 1999. Performing the Goddess is a documentary film. directed by Naveen Kishore. At just 44 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Chapal Bhaduri
Synopsis
"Chapal Bhaduri, a leading lady of Bengal’s traditional folk traveling theatre-in-the-round, the Jatra, spent his life playing women. This film is an intimate biography that brings you face to face with this unique individual, sharing what it means to him to become a woman night after night, talking of the woman inside his body, of troubled sexuality, of a long partnership with his older lover, of the loneliness of living on the edges of conventional society–and showing how he metamorphoses into the goddess to perform her story." - The Bangalore International Centre
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 30, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
0h 44m
44 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
BN
Original language
Country
India
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- BN
Production Companies
- The Seagull Foundation for the Arts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Performing the Goddess about?
"Chapal Bhaduri, a leading lady of Bengal’s traditional folk traveling theatre-in-the-round, the Jatra, spent his life playing women. This film is an intimate biography that brings you face to fa...
Who directed Performing the Goddess?
Performing the Goddess was directed by Naveen Kishore.
How long is Performing the Goddess?
Performing the Goddess has a runtime of 0 hours and 44 minutes (44 minutes total).
When was Performing the Goddess released?
Performing the Goddess was released on July 30, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Performing the Goddess?
The main cast of Performing the Goddess includes Chapal Bhaduri.