Monday, June 22, 2020
The Colour of Darkness (2017)
Synopsis
Synopsis
All the colour, depth and mystery of India's
complex and riotous cultural heritage is brought to light in a single
action which changes two countries forever. A proud Indian international
student is attacked in a brightly lit train carriage against a backdrop
of darkness. Unknown to his attackers his high caste status has little
relevance, and in one poignant moment, he is rescued by his counterpart,
an 'untouchable', a low caste. They are united by what would otherwise
be impossible. The highly publicised event sends shock waves through the
international community. As the climate escalates, Maria Kris a young
Australian journalist of Indian descent is sent to investigate, and what
happens from there uncovers long established and inherent prejudices
between the two countries and what lies between .... In her quest for
truth, she meets a young Indian student Giriraj, who changes her life
forever through an unlikely meeting. Throughout their ensuing
friendship, Maria is taken by Giriraj...
