Samskara

Samskara

1970 · 113 min · ★ 7.7 · Drama

Narayanappa, a Madhwa Brahmin man, dies in the Agrahara of the village Durvasapura. As per Madhwa customs, his last rites must be performed at the earliest. However, due to Narayanappa's rebellious actions in life, which included eating meat, consuming liquor and marrying a prostitute, there is disagreement amongst the Brahmins of the village as to who will perform his rites.

Directed by Pattabhirama Reddy · Written by Girish Karnad

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