Their growing relationship, however, draws the ire of the aristocratic chaps at court who are portrayed as opportunists and racists who cringe at the idea of a dark-skinned Indian servant being treated so royall
Around the World in 80 Daysis a 2004 American action-adventure comedy family film based on Jules Verne's novel of the same name. It stars Jackie Chan, Steve Coogan and Cécile de France. The film is set in 19th-century Britain and centers on Phileas Fogg (Steve Coogan), here reimagined ...
Balmoral, the Isle of Wight, and Windsor Castle are all part of the breath-taking scenery, while the absurdity of the royal status is viewed through the eyes of the Indian servants. Most of the focus is on Victoria’s transformation from joyless, isolated monarch to the anything-but-insane...
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