Raga
"A film journey into the soul of India."
Originally released in 1971. Raga is a music/documentary film. directed by Howard Worth.
Starring Ravi Shankar and George Harrison
Synopsis
A Film Journey to the Soul of India documents the life of sitar master Ravi Shankar in the late 1960s and early 1970s, following him on his return to India to revisit his guru, Bengali multi-instrumentalist and composer, Baba Ustad Allauddin Khan. It further explores Shankar's life as a musician and teacher in the United States and Europe, initiating those in the West to the exceptional world that is Indian classical music and culture. Through rare and candid footage shot in both India and the United States, Raga sheds light on Shankar's influences and collaborations, from Allauddin Khan to his famed dancer brother Uday Shankar, to his associations with Western musicians Yehudi Menuhin and George Harrison. Fully narrated by Shankar himself, the film reveals music as the soul of India and of Shankar's life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 23, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Apple Corps
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raga about?
A Film Journey to the Soul of India documents the life of sitar master Ravi Shankar in the late 1960s and early 1970s, following him on his return to India to revisit his guru, Bengali multi-instru...
Who directed Raga?
Raga was directed by Howard Worth.
How long is Raga?
Raga has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Raga released?
Raga was released on November 23, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Raga?
The main cast of Raga includes Ravi Shankar, George Harrison.