Merchant Ivory’s second feature depicts a family of British actors struggling in India’s booming Bollywood era. Their theatrical troupe faces dwindling audiences in this sensitively written, bittersweet tale. Shot in black and white with music by Satyajit Ray, it captures the fading charm of traditional theater against cinematic dominance.
Arrive early for a complementary cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit included in the ticket price.
Doors open at 10am | Film starts at 10:30am
Starring:
Felicity Kendal, Shashi Kapoor, Laura Liddell, Geoffrey Kendal, Madhur Jaffrey
Directed By:
James Ivory
Running time:
122 mins