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When he was cutting "Phantom India," Louis Malle found that the footage shot in Calcutta was so diverse, intense, and unforgettable that it deserved its own film. The result, released theatrically, is at times shocking—a chaotic portrait of a city engulfed in social and political turmoil.
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Louis Malle
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Calcutta was released 57 years ago in 1969.
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When he was cutting "Phantom India," Louis Malle found that the footage shot in Calcutta was so diverse, intense, and unforgettable that it deserved its own ...
Calcutta is a Documentary film with a runtime of 1h 39m.
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What is Calcutta about?
When he was cutting "Phantom India," Louis Malle found that the footage shot in Calcutta was so diverse, intense, and unforgettable that it deserved its own film. The result, released theatrically, is at times shocking—a chaotic portrait of a city engulfed in social and political turmoil.
How long is Calcutta?
Calcutta has a runtime of 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Who stars in Calcutta?
The cast of Calcutta includes Louis Malle.
What is the rating of Calcutta?
Calcutta has a rating of 6.5 out of 10 based on 13 votes on TMDB.
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Documentary