Anand

Anand

1971 · 122 min · ★ 7.0 · Drama

Dr. Bhaskar Bannerjee struggles with his patients' suffering and the darkness and poverty he confronts daily. He treats cancer patient Anand who upon learning of his impending death determines to use the time he has left to the absolute fullest.

Directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee · Written by Hrishikesh Mukherjee

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