The Peterborough Bengali Film Festival showcases landmark works of Bengali cinema, celebrating the richness of South Asian culture and storytelling.
Presented in partnership with Gateway Film Festival and Peterborough Bengali Sanskriti Club, and supported by ReelN, Odeon Luxe Peterborough, Film Hub South East, and the BFI Film Audience Network.
Date: Sunday 2 November 2025
Time: 4:00pm
Venue: Odeon Luxe Peterborough
Cost: Free (donations welcome)
Director: Satyajit Ray
BBFC Rating: PG
Running Time: 99 minutes
About the Film
Widely regarded as one of the greatest achievements in world cinema, The Music Room (Jalsaghar, 1958) is Satyajit Ray’s haunting portrait of a fading aristocracy.
Biswambhar Roy, a wealthy landlord and devoted patron of classical music, devotes his life to prestige and tradition. But when his ambitious, self-made neighbour begins hosting lavish musical gatherings, Roy’s once-secure world collides with economic decline and social change.
With its unforgettable score and masterful cinematography, The Music Room remains a cornerstone of Bengali cinema—an elegiac meditation on pride, legacy, and the passing of an era. It continues to resonate with audiences worldwide through its elegance and emotional depth.
Seats are limited – please register in advance to secure your place.
