Aagoon

Aagoon is a 1988 Bengali film directed by Buddhadeb Dasgupta. The movie stars Victor Banerjee, Soumitra Chatterjee, Ruma Guha Thakurta, and Manoj Mitra in lead roles. The movie follows the story of a family living in a remote village in West Bengal, India. The movie begins with the introduction of the family, consisting of the father Nibaran (played by Soumitra Chatterjee), mother (played by Ruma Guha Thakurta), and their son (played by Victor Banerjee). The family relishes the tranquillity of the village, surrounded by the lush green forests and the river. The father is a simple school teacher, and the mother is a homemaker, satisfied with their simple lives. The movie takes a turn when the son becomes more interested in the outside world and wants to explore it. He sets on a journey with his friend and experiences new things. With time, the son learns that the world outside the village is not as serene as his home, and he is exposed to different realities. He tries to convince his parents to leave the village and move to the city. The movie deals with the difference between the modern, urban lifestyle and the rustic, peaceful life in the village. It shows how people are attached to their roots and how it affects them when they are uprooted from them. The film delves into the conflict between the father and son, on their views on life, and how they perceive the world. The film also addresses the issue of deforestation and the importance of preserving nature. The father is shown as a protagonist, who deeply cares for the environment and tries his best to prevent deforestation from happening. The movie showcases his efforts in educating people and raising awareness about the importance of nature. The movie features the beautiful scenic beauty of West Bengal, with the river and the dense forests. The serene environment captured on screen adds to the beauty of the film, and the cinematography is impressive. The music score is soulful, composed by the famous musician, Jyotishka Dasgupta. The dialogues of the movie are beautifully written, and the actors give strong performances, making the movie a compelling watch. Soumitra Chatterjee's performance as the father is stellar, and he portrays the character with such ease that it (the performance) feels real. Victor Banerjee and Ruma Guha Thakurta also give powerful performances, making the movie a treat to watch. In conclusion, Aagoon is a beautiful movie that explores various themes like nature, attachment, and urbanisation. The movie leaves an impact on the viewers' minds with its simple yet profound storytelling, beautiful cinematography, and strong performances.

Aagoon is a Action, Drama, Romance movie released in 1988. It has a runtime of 141. Critics and viewers have rated it no reviews, with an IMDb score of undefined..