India / German Empire / UK,
1928, 97 min
Directed by:
Franz OstenCinematography:
Emil SchünemannPlots(1)
Shiraz is based on the true story of the 17th century Mughal ruler Shah Jahan, his queen and the building of the world’s most beautiful monument to love, the Taj Mahal. Shot entirely in India, it features lavish costumes and gorgeous settings, including the extraordinary fort at Agra. Himansu Rai (also the film’s producer) stars as the humble potter Shiraz, who follows his childhood sweetheart Selima (Enakshi Rama Rau) when she is sold by slave traders to the future emperor. (British Film Institute (BFI))
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Himanshu Rai
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Enakashi Rama Rao
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Charu Roy
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Profulla Kumar
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