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

Director: Franz Osten • Starring: Himansu Rai, Charu Roy and 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 features lavish costumes and gorgeous settings. Shiraz, a humble potter’s son, follows his childhood sweetheart Selima to Agra when she’s kidnapped by slave traders and sold to the future emperor. This BFI restoration includes a score by Anoushka Shankar.

With two showing at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. 

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