Sublime in every aspect. Not many films can show the meaning of life itself. This is one of them. Khanna, Tagore, Burman, Kishore & Samanta all combine to deliver a powerhouse picture. Sometimes the simple things in life are the ones that ultimately matter the most. Being a world cinema enthusiast I would rate this picture very highly and even on par with Fellin's La Strada, Ozu's Tokyo Story, Renoir's La Regla De Jeu and countless other triumphs of cinematic storytelling. The acting, lyrics, songs are all superb. The story paints a picture of life that conveys tragedy, failing, humanity and a sensing of tolerance and hope that one yearns to acheive. A masterpiece in every sense. Watch and learn.
