1947: Earth is a part of an elements trilogy by Indo-Canadian director Deepa Mehta. Each of the three films, Fire, Earth, and Water, have unrelated storylines, but the narration of each film is hard-hitting and intrusive. Earth captures the horrors of India’s most tragic historical event and the permanent imprint it leaves on the personalities of the protagonists. The film manages to depict the contrast in emotions portrayed on-screen, starting with friendship, excitement, and moments of joy, and ending with hatred, loss, and regret. Earth’s simple depiction of the harsh realities hits the viewers hard and leave them without the satisfaction of a resolution.
Director – Deepa Mehta
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Frank Raj is the author of Desh Aur Diaspora. For 25 years, he was the Editor & Publisher of The International Indian magazine, Dubai. Earlier, Frank studied journalism in the U.S.A., and has a Master's degree in Creative Writing from Falmouth University, U.K., He is working on his first novel, The Last Religion as well as on a nonfiction book, The Sinner’s Bible and on 101 Poems For The Spiritual Traveller. Frank and his wife Christine now live in Elkridge, Maryland, USA. They have two daughters and three grandchildren. A former columnist for The Washington Times Communities online. Feedback and suggestions are always welcome! Please email Frank at frankraj08@gmail.com
