Satyajit Rays The Apu Trilogy: The World of Apu (APUR SANSAR)

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston presents Satyajit Ray’s The Apu Trilogy. Presented in conjunction with community partner Voices Breaking Boundaries.

Satyajit Ray (1921-1992) established an international reputation with this trilogy about growing up in India. Considered a landmark in 20th century cinema, the films follow the life of Apu from childhood to maturity.

Ray’s close observations of one Bengali family are presented with an authenticity and attention to the details of daily life that has a universal appeal.

The films feature a modernist approach, depicting the evolution of male consciousness by observing how Apu matures in a changing world.  Each film features music by the legendary Ravi Shankhar. It is a transcendent experience to view this trilogy in new 4K digital restorations.

The World of Apu (APUR SANSAR)
Directed by Satyajit Ray
1959, in Bengali with English subtitles
India, B/W
106 minutes, DCP

A college graduate, Apu has become an author, living a meager existence who decides that writing his autobiography may bring him fame.

Unexpected circumstances lead to his becoming a husband, a father, and a widower in quick succession.

Driven by grief to wander through the coast, forest and mountains, he is finally reunited with his son, Kajal, embracing the promise of a new life together.