A Throw of Dice (1929)
Directed by Franz
Osten this film based on an episode from an Indian epic stars Seeta
Devi, Himansu Rai and Charu Roy. Two princes that like to gamble both
desire the same woman while one schemes to take her and the kingdom
of the other prince.
The plot of this film
is pretty basic and does not offer a huge amount that will surprise
most viewers. As an anti-gambling film the story never really goes
far enough or explores what draws the princes towards gambling. Some
of the scenery is pretty nice and there is an element of authenticity
as the film was shot in India.
3/5
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