Shiraz
Director: Franz Osten
Actors: Himanshu Rai, Charu Roy, Seeta Devi Jr.
PlotA young girl named Selima is orphaned after a violent raid on her village. Adopted by a kind potter, Shiraz, she grows up alongside his son, Shiraz, unaware of her royal heritage. As they mature, Shiraz falls deeply in love with Selima and cherishes their bond. However, their world is turned upside down when Selima's true lineage is discovered, leading to her abduction by a prince who seeks to marry her.
Shiraz, heartbroken and determined, follows her to the royal court. Enduring numerous trials and deceitful plots, Shiraz strives to reunite with Selima, never wavering in his dedication to protect her. The test of true love and perseverance heightens the narrative's tension as the fates of Shiraz and Selima are intertwined with the grandeur and treacheries of the royal palace. As their journeys take unexpected turns amidst the backdrop of royal splendor and machinations, the profound virtues of love and loyalty come to the fore.
Writers: William A. Burton, Niranjan Pal
Release Date: 03 Jan 1929
Runtime: 97 min
Rating: N/A
Country: India, United Kingdom, Germany
Language: None
Home Video Reviews
Highly recommended for silent cinema enthusiasts, 'Shiraz' boasts exceptional restoration by BFI and breathtaking images of India despite a slow-paced romance.
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