The Citizen

The sole dream of Ramu, eldest son a family of migrants, and Uma to build a happy life together is burdened by a pile of obstacles on their way due to economic upheaval in post-partition Calcutta.

Directed by Ritwik Ghatak, The Citizen leans on a strong ensemble — Satindra Bhattacharya, Prabhadevi, Sova Sen — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1977.