The Light of Asia
22/10/1925
Living an indolent life in a luxurious palace, Prince Gautama (Rai) is insulated by his family from the harshness of the world outside. But he is destined to learn greater truths: shocked to discover the pain and suffering of so many in his kingdom, he abandons his privileged existence, and his wife Gopa (Seeta Devi), to become a wandering teacher, eventually finding enlightenment and founding Buddhism. Featuring superimposed images and deep-focus shots that were highly impressive for the time, Light of Asia astutely combines a deeply felt spirituality with the surefire attraction of Indian exotica, which helped make it a considerable success in Europe.
Movie Information
Seeta Devi
as Gopa
Himansu Rai
as Gautama
Sarada Ukil
as King Suddhodhana
Rani Bala
as Queen Maya
Prafulla Roy
as Devadatta
Modhu Bose
as
Mrinalini Devi
as
Sunalini Devi
as
Sushil Ghosh
as
Sundar Rajam
as
Ekambi 'Wilhelm' Tongo
as
