- The Bengal Lancers” (1935) – This classic adventure film is set in English-ruled India, which includes present-day Bangladesh. It follows the exploits of an English cavalry regiment stationed in the region.
- “A River Called Titas” (1973) – Directed by renowned Bangladeshi filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak, this film is based on a novel by the same name. It tells the story of a young couple living along the Titas River and their struggles against poverty and social constraints.
- “Brick Lane” (2007) – Based on the novel by Monica Ali, this English drama film explores the life of a Bangladeshi woman who moves to London’s Brick Lane after an arranged marriage. The movie delves into themes of cultural clashes and personal self-discovery.
- “Runway” (2010) – This action thriller film tells the story of a young Bangladeshi man who gets entangled in an international gang war while trying to save his girlfriend from a human trafficking network.
- “Television” (2012) – Directed by Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, this thought-provoking film follows the journey of a young Bangladeshi TV journalist who sets out to uncover the truth behind a popular Islamic cleric’s miracles. It offers social commentary on media, religion, and societal norms in Bangladesh.
- “A Golden Age” by Tahmima Anam: Set against the backdrop of the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971, this novel follows the story of a mother, Rehana, as she struggles to keep her family together and protect her children during the violent upheaval.
- “The Hungry Tide” by Amitav Ghosh: This novel takes place in the Sundarbans, a sprawling mangrove forest in Bangladesh. It explores the lives of two characters—an Indian-American marine biologist and a local schoolteacher—as they navigate the treacherous waters of the region, while also tackling themes of environmental conservation and politics.
- “The God of Small Things” by Arundhati Roy: Although this novel is primarily set in India, it also touches upon the relationship between India, Pakistan, and East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) during the partition in the 1960s. It delves into the lives of the main characters, focusing on their experiences and the impact of societal expectations and norms on their lives.
- “The Good Muslim” by Tahmima Anam: This is the second book in Tahmima Anam’s Bengal Trilogy. Set in the aftermath of the Bangladesh Liberation War, it follows the story of a young doctor named Maya, as she grapples with her own trauma and struggles to reconcile her personal beliefs with the changing society around her.
- “Brick Lane” by Monica Ali: While this novel primarily revolves around the life of a Bangladeshi woman named Nazneen, it begins in rural Bangladesh before transitioning to her experiences as an immigrant in London’s Brick Lane neighbourhood. It delves into themes of cultural identity, love, and personal growth.
WANDERLIST: Bangladesh in books and on film
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