Viceroy’s House w. Amar Singh | Golden Age of Humanity

Delhi, 1947: Lord Mountbatten (Hugh Bonneville) has been assigned to the position of the last Viceroy, overseeing the last days of British colonial rule in the transition to Indian independence. The Viceroy and his wife Edwina (Gillian Anderson) must navigate culture shock, the expectations of propriety and simmering political tensions between the Hindu, Muslim and Sikh household staff. Among them are star-crossed lovers Jeet (Manish Dayal) and Aalia (Huma Qureshi), torn between their desire and sense of familial duty. This upstairs-downstairs conflict provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of ordinary people caught up in forces beyond their control as writer-director Gurinder Chadha (Bend It Like Beckham) broadens her canvas to make the complex web of history accessible and engrossing.

"...I found myself increasingly gripped by Chadha’s handsome period drama...entertained by its warm wit and occasionally boisterous charm, and moved by its melodrama"
- The Guardian

"Fascinating, entertaining...and heartfelt"
- Sydney Morning Herald

Curated by Amar Singh

The film will be introduced by Amar Singh, a charity founder, social entrepreneur, diversity advocate, and dedicated volunteer. Amar’s efforts were recognized with the 2023 Australian of the Year Local Hero award. Turbans 4 Australia, goes above and beyond to support people and communities in need. The charity has provided relief during many disasters such as Bushfires, floods, and Covid19.

About Golden Age of Humanity

Nine great Australians, nine remarkable films, nine nights at Surry Hills’ beloved Golden Age Cinema. Selected for their own connection to Vivid Sydney’s 2024 theme of humanity — through their advocacy, work or life story — nine notable Australians will introduce the film they have specially selected that connects with the festival theme.

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