SHIRAZ (U) – 1928 India/UK/Ger 105 min

David Lean Cinema Croydon Clocktower, Katharine St, Croydon

Director: Franz Osten Stars: Himansu Rai, Charu Roy, Seeta Devi Based on the romance between 17th-century Mughal ruler Shah Jahan and his queen, this epic silent movie retells the creation of one of the world’s most iconic structures: the Taj Mahal. An international co-production shot entirely on location in India with an all-Indian cast, it … Continue reading "SHIRAZ (U) – 1928 India/UK/Ger 105 min"

A PASSAGE TO INDIA (PG) plus Q&A – 1984 UK/USA 164 min

David Lean Cinema Croydon Clocktower, Katharine St, Croydon

Director: David Lean Stars: Judy Davis, Victor Banerjee, Peggy Ashcroft, James Fox A special ‘reunion’ featuring a Q&A with actor James Fox and assistant director Patrick Cadell (subject to professional commitments). David Lean Foundation trustees Anthony Reeves and Sally Beard will also attend. E.M. Forster's novel of clashing cultures, set against the backdrop of the … Continue reading "A PASSAGE TO INDIA (PG) plus Q&A – 1984 UK/USA 164 min"