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Tag: british colonial

  • Out of Africa

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    Tells the life story of Danish author Karen Blixen, who at the beginning of the 20th century moved to Africa to build a new life for herself. The film is based on her 1937 autobiographical novel.

  • Tai-Pan

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    The film begins following the British victory of the first Opium War and the seizure of Hong Kong. Although the island is largely uninhabited and the terrain unfriendly, it has a large port that both the British government and various trading companies believe will be useful for the import of merchandise to be traded on…

  • Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India

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    In 1890s India, an arrogant British commander challenges the harshly taxed residents of Champaner to a high-stakes cricket match.

  • News Treasury

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    “News Treasury” explores historical news events and rarely seen footage, allowing viewers to dig into the news archives. From Bruce Lee’s funeral and the Baoshang Bank robbery to Queen Elizabeth II’s visit to Hong Kong and the Sha Tin measles outbreak, viewers can relive important moments in history. The show offers a chance to revisit…