This film screening is presented in conjunction with the Barnes Foundation’s Renoir: Father and Son/ Painting and Cinema, a major exhibition examining the artistic exchange between the renowned impressionist painter, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and his son, celebrated filmmaker Jean Renoir–on view at the Barnes May 6 through September 3, 2018.

Director Jean Renoir’s entrancing first color feature—shot entirely on location in India—is a visual tour de force. Based on the novel by Rumer Godden, the film eloquently contrasts the growing pains of three young women with the immutability of the Bengal river around which their daily lives unfold. Enriched by Renoir’s subtle understanding and appreciation for India and its people, The River gracefully explores the fragile connections between transitory emotions and everlasting creation.

New Lightbox website!

International House Philadelphia is pleased to announce that our flagship arts program Lightbox Film Center has a new website. Our film center rebranded last year, reflected in the name change, and now it has a dedicated website to match. The new site makes it easier than ever to explore our unparalleled film programming, with added content to learn more about our artists and series.

Visit us at www.lightboxfilmcenter.org to view our upcoming events, become a member and purchase tickets.