Sita Sings the Blues (2009)

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Audience Score
70
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NR 1 hr 22 minFeb 28th, 2009Fantasy, Animation, Drama, Romance, Music
Utilizing the 1920s jazz vocals of Annette Hanshaw, the epic Indian tale of exiled prince Ramayana and his bride Sita is mirrored by a spurned woman's contemporary personal life, and light-hearted but knowledgeable discussion of historical background by a trio of Indian shadow puppets.
StarringReena ShahDebargo SanyalAnnette Hanshaw
DirectorNina Paley
WriterNina Paley

Movie Details

On Digital & Streaming:February 28th, 2009 - Watch Now
On DVD & Blu-ray:December 15th, 2009 - Buy DVD
Movie Budget:$290,000
Original Language:English
Production Companies:Nina Paley
Sita Sings the Blues on the Web:Official Website
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