Aparajito

"It is like a prayer, affirming that this is what the cinema can be, no matter how far in our cynicism we may stray."

"Hindu music and expressive natural sounds complete the stimulation of the senses in this strange, sad, evocative film."

"It’s a masterpiece for which terms like simplicity and profundity seem inadequate."

"As always, Ray's use of camera and composition, and his blending of Ravi Shankar's music into a storytelling fabric, are flawless."

"What is it that makes (the Apu Trilogy) so special and unforgettable? It isn't plot; it's the meaningful detail that Ray pours into every frame."

"As the second in Satyajit Ray’s trilogy of Indian life, Aparajito is a worthy successor to the first film Pather Panchali."

"Although very slow-moving and not as involving as the first and third episodes... (Aparajito) remains a thoughtful, colourful, and poetic story of life in India."