Alibaba and the Forty Thieves (1903)
This lost film from Bengali filmmaker Hiralal Sen is sometimes considered the first feature-length film in Indian history. It recorded a full two-hour performance of the play Alibaba and the Forty Thieves, but was only ever screened in parts.
FAQ about Alibaba and the Forty Thieves
What is Alibaba and the Forty Thieves about?
This lost film from Bengali filmmaker Hiralal Sen is sometimes considered the first feature-length film in Indian history. It recorded a full two-hour performance of the play Alibaba and the Forty Thieves, but was only ever screened in parts.
When was Alibaba and the Forty Thieves released?
Alibaba and the Forty Thieves was released in 1903.