Satyajit Ray – Oscar
Technical Data
| Stamp Set | Satyajit Ray (Film Director) |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | January 11, 1994 |
| Denomination | Rs. 11 |
| Quantity | 1000000 |
| Perforation | comb 13¼ |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Nashik |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 1418 Stamp Number IN 1477 Yvert et Tellier IN 1216 Stanley Gibbons IN 1568 |
| Themes | Commemoration | Directors | Famous people | Movies | |
Table of Contents
Satyajit Ray: A Cinematic Legend
Basic Details:
- Birth: 2 May 1921, Calcutta, India
- Death: 23 April 1992
- Profession: Filmmaker, writer, illustrator, composer, critic, graphic designer
Early Life:
- Family: Born into a prominent Bengali family known for their contributions to arts and literature.
- Career Start: Began as a commercial artist. His interest in filmmaking grew after meeting French filmmaker Jean Renoir and watching Vittorio De Sica’s “Bicycle Thieves” (1948) during a visit to London.
Film Career:
- Debut Film: “Pather Panchali” (1955), which won eleven international prizes, including the Best Human Document at the 1956 Cannes Film Festival.
- The Apu Trilogy: Comprises “Pather Panchali” (1955), “Aparajito” (1956), and “Apur Sansar” (1959). Ray was responsible for scripting, casting, scoring, editing, and designing credit titles and publicity material for his films.
Works and Contributions:
- Films Directed: 36, including feature films, documentaries, and shorts.
- Fiction Writing: Authored several short stories and novels, particularly for children and adolescents. Famous creations include Feluda (a sleuth) and Professor Shonku (a scientist in science fiction stories).
- Other Talents: Besides filmmaking, Ray was a publisher, illustrator, calligrapher, music composer, and graphic designer.
Recognition and Awards:
- International Awards: Numerous awards at international film festivals and ceremonies.
- Indian National Film Awards: 32 awards.
- Academy Honorary Award: Received in 1992.
- Bharat Ratna: Honored by the Government of India in 1992.
- Honorary Degree: Awarded by Oxford University.
Legacy:
Satyajit Ray is celebrated as one of the greatest filmmakers of the 20th century. His multifaceted talent and dedication to the arts have left a lasting impact on Indian and world cinema. His works, characterized by their humanistic approach and attention to detail, continue to inspire filmmakers and audiences worldwide.