Movie Description
Prem Sanyas
(1925)Overview
Living an indolent life in a luxurious palace, Prince Gautama (Rai) is insulated by his family from the harshness of the world outside. But he is destined to learn greater truths: shocked to discover the pain and suffering of so many in his kingdom, he abandons his privileged existence, and his wife Gopa (Seeta Devi), to become a wandering teacher, eventually finding enlightenment and founding Buddhism. Featuring superimposed images and deep-focus shots that were highly impressive for the time, Light of Asia astutely combines a deeply felt spirituality with the surefire attraction of Indian exotica, which helped make it a considerable success in Europe.
Featured Crew
- Director : Franz Osten,Himansu Rai
- Producer : Himansu Rai
- Writer : Edwin Arnold,Niranjan Pal
- Cast : Seeta Devi,Himansu Rai,Sarada Ukil,Rani Bala,Prafulla Roy,Modhu Bose,Mrinalini Devi,Sunalini Devi,Sushil Ghosh,Sundar Rajam,Ekambi 'Wilhelm' Tongo
Cast
Gopa
Gautama
King Suddhodhana
Queen Maya
Devadatta
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Facts
Original TitlePrem Sanyas
Status Released
Release Information
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1925-10-22
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 01h 37m
Production CompaniesMünchner Lichtspielkunst AG (Emelka),Great Eastern Film Corporation,Himansu Rai Film
Genres
- Drama
