Director: Vijay Anand and Tad Danielewski
Sensitivity meter: Based on the eponymous novel by RK Narayan, the film explores the relationship between Raju (Dev Anand), a guide, and Rosie (Waheeda Rehman), a prostitute's daughter who is unhappily married. Raju's helpless attraction to Rosie and the latter's desire to be able to live life on her terms takes them on a tumultuous journey. Not only was the film credited for dealing with the bold and sensitive subject of an extra-marital affair, it also showcased the many layers of human nature, including jealousy, greed and pride, quite skillfully. Guide is, therefore, considered as one of the masterpieces of Indian cinema.
Hit or not: The film was a box office hit and scooped up the National Awards for the Best Actor, Actress and Director.