Sikkim
Originally released in 1971. Sikkim is a documentary film. directed by Satyajit Ray. At just 55 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Satyajit Ray
Synopsis
Satyajit Ray's poetic documentary was commissioned by the Chogyal (King) of Sikkim at a time when he felt the sovereignty of Sikkim was under threat from both China and India. Ray's documentary is about the sovereignty of Sikkim. The film was banned by the government of India when Sikkim merged with India in 1975. The ban was finally lifted by the Ministry of External Affairs in September 2010. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2007.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 1, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
0h 55m
55 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
India
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Chogyal of Sikkim Palden Thondup Namgyal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sikkim about?
Satyajit Ray's poetic documentary was commissioned by the Chogyal (King) of Sikkim at a time when he felt the sovereignty of Sikkim was under threat from both China and India. Ray's documentary is ...
Who directed Sikkim?
Sikkim was directed by Satyajit Ray.
How long is Sikkim?
Sikkim has a runtime of 0 hours and 55 minutes (55 minutes total).
When was Sikkim released?
Sikkim was released on April 1, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sikkim?
The main cast of Sikkim includes Satyajit Ray.