Karma

The simple plot has the maharani (Devika Rani) fall in love with the neighbouring prince (Rai) despite her father's disapproval. It is presented as an Orientalist fantasy with a, by Indian standards, scandalously prolonged kiss. It was described as 'a sort of American romance done against an Indian background'.

Director: John Hunt

Cast: Devika Rani, Himansu Rai, Abraham Sofaer, Dewan Sharar, Sudha Rani

Audience-only score — full critic data not yet in the ReelXO vault.