Renowned filmmaker Satyajit Ray brought to life a compelling adaptation of Henrik Ibsen’s play, An Enemy of the People (1990), also known as, Ganashatru. Set in a small town near Calcutta, the film explores the tension between truth and economic interest, a theme that resonates universally.
Here’s how you can watch and stream An Enemy of the People (1990) via streaming services such as HBO Max.
Is An Enemy of the People (1990) available to watch via streaming?
Yes, An Enemy of the People (1990) is available to watch via streaming on HBO Max.
The protagonist, Dr. Ashoke Gupta, is an idealistic doctor who stumbles upon a disturbing truth. The holy water at the local temple, a popular tourist attraction, is contaminated and causing serious illnesses among the townsfolk. Driven by his duty to protect public health, Dr. Gupta attempts to bring this issue to light.
However, Dr. Gupta’s warnings fall on deaf ears. The local authorities, fearing the impact on tourism, choose to ignore the problem. Even worse, a group of local building contractors, whose business interests are threatened by Dr. Gupta’s discovery, launched a campaign to discredit him.
The film masterfully portrays the struggle of an individual standing up for truth in the face of collective denial. Despite the mounting opposition and personal risk, Dr. Gupta remains steadfast in his commitment to public health.
The film is a poignant commentary on the conflict between science and religion, truth and economic interest. It highlights the courage it takes to stand alone for a cause, and the cost one has to pay for it. The film remains a significant work in Satyajit Ray’s illustrious filmography, and its themes continue to be relevant in today’s world.
The lead role of Dr. Ashoke Gupta is played by Soumitra Chatterjee. Ruma Guha Thakurta portrays Maya, who is Dr. Gupta’s wife. Their on-screen daughter, Indrani, is played by Mamata Shankar. Dhritiman Chatterjee takes on the role of Nishith Gupta. Dipankar Dey and Subhendu Chatterjee play the characters of Haridas Bagchi and Biresh Guha respectively.
Watch An Enemy of the People (1990) streaming via HBO Max
An Enemy of the People (1990) is available to watch on HBO Max. It is a streaming service that provides a diverse selection of television series, movies, and original content. It is owned by Warner Bros.
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An Enemy of the People (1990) synopsis is as follows:
“Ashoke Gupta is an idealistic doctor working in a town near Calcutta. He discovers that the water at a popular temple is the source of an outbreak of typhoid and hepatitis. In order to save lives, he risks his career to try and call attention to this polluted water source, while a local group of building contractors attempt to discredit him in various ways.”
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