This is by far one of the most sensible and sensitive films Dev Anand has acted in..
Director Raj Khosla weaves a fine blend of Music, romance and intrigue in to a classic human emotions story that makes a lasting appeal to our sensibilities..It is known to be a story inspired by O Henry's short, but not acknowledged as such, but has an added romantic angle between a long-lost brother ( Impostor in this case)_ and sister in their youth falling for each other much against the norms of family and societal ethics. A bold attempt certainly in the 60s India although the story does not go fully on that route!
A criminal on the run ( Dev Anand) finds a fine refuge to hide as well make hay at the behest of a village crook with an eye on the family cash-box..
But a transformation of the heart and falling in love with the daughter of the house(A memorable performance by the mercurial Suchitra sen) was not in his original scheme of things, so the destiny decides to teach him that there are finer values in life like sacrifice, duty etc which are far more precious and lofty than making a quick buck as a criminal.
Excellent music, atmosphere, and a classic befitting climax makes this film a must see for discerning movie goers who like old classics. Easily an 8/10 rating...
Director Raj Khosla weaves a fine blend of Music, romance and intrigue in to a classic human emotions story that makes a lasting appeal to our sensibilities..It is known to be a story inspired by O Henry's short, but not acknowledged as such, but has an added romantic angle between a long-lost brother ( Impostor in this case)_ and sister in their youth falling for each other much against the norms of family and societal ethics. A bold attempt certainly in the 60s India although the story does not go fully on that route!
A criminal on the run ( Dev Anand) finds a fine refuge to hide as well make hay at the behest of a village crook with an eye on the family cash-box..
But a transformation of the heart and falling in love with the daughter of the house(A memorable performance by the mercurial Suchitra sen) was not in his original scheme of things, so the destiny decides to teach him that there are finer values in life like sacrifice, duty etc which are far more precious and lofty than making a quick buck as a criminal.
Excellent music, atmosphere, and a classic befitting climax makes this film a must see for discerning movie goers who like old classics. Easily an 8/10 rating...