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Overview
Roti made in the early 1940s inspired by the German Expressionism, is a real critique of Indian society with prophetic insight. It deals with two models - one of a millionaire, possessed by money and power in an industrial civilisation, the other of a tribal couple living in a primeval state of nature. The millionaire is saved by the couple after an air crash, the tribal couple emigrate to the city, do not find happiness and return. The millionaire is ruined in the city, tries futilely to find salvation among the tribal.
A closer look
Roti (1942) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama. Directed by Mehboob Khan. The cast includes Chandramohan, Sheikh Mukhtar, Sitara Devi, Begum Akhtar. Runtime: 128 minutes.
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Roti FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Roti?
Roti is listed as a Hindi-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Roti?
Our source metadata lists 25 August 1942. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Roti?
The listed director is Mehboob Khan.
Who is in the cast of Roti?
The available cast credits include Chandramohan, Sheikh Mukhtar, Sitara Devi, Begum Akhtar, Ashraf Khan. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Roti?
The recorded runtime is 128 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Roti?
The source lists these genres: Drama.
What is Roti about?
Roti made in the early 1940s inspired by the German Expressionism, is a real critique of Indian society with prophetic insight. It deals with two models - one of a millionaire, possessed by money and power in an industrial civilisation, the other of a tribal couple living in a primeval state of nature. The millionaire is saved by the couple after an air crash, the tribal couple emigrate to the city, do not find happiness and return. The millionaire is ruined in the city, tries futilely to find salvation among the tribal.
