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The Clay Bird

2002, Movie, 1h 38min

Set during the turbulent late-1960s period leading up to Bangladesh’s independence from Pakistan, this lyrical drama tells the story of a family torn apart by religion and war. Anu (Nurul Islam Bablu), a shy young boy from rural East Pakistan (now Bangladesh), is sent away by his father, an orthodox Muslim, to a madrassa, or Islamic school. Far from his family and the warmth of his region’s Hindu festivities, Anu struggles to adapt to the school’s harsh monastic life. As the political divisions in the country intensify, a widening split develops between the moderate and extremist forces within the madrasah and within Anu’s own family. Touching upon themes of religious tolerance, cultural diversity, and the complexity of Islam, THE CLAY BIRD has universal relevance in a crisis-ridden world.

Country: Bangladesh,France

Director:

Tareque Masud

Cast:

Jayanto Chattopadhyay,

Rokeya Prachy,

Sajib,

Aynal Mia

Reviews

Critic Patrick Peters

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Although it's set in East Pakistan in the late 1960s, Tareque Masud's debut feature (...) carries a universal warning about the dangers of political and/or religious extremism.

Read full review at Empire

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In the tumultuous backdrop of 1960s East Pakistan, a young boy named Anu struggles to find his place within his family and culture. His father, a devout Muslim, instills in him a deep sense of faith and tradition, while his uncle introduces him to left-wing politics and the rich cultural heritage of Bengal. As the political climate reaches a boiling point, Anu's family faces internal strife, and he must navigate his own path between fundamentalism and secularism. Through the lens of a deeply personal coming-of-age story, The Clay Bird poignantly explores themes of religion, identity, and the power of culture to shape our lives.

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