Introduction
The problem of cultural bias and unwillingness to accept other nationalities and traditions is relevant to this day. Thus, the study of various filmographic works is valuable because it can provide an understanding of the reasons why these mechanisms arise. The painting “A Passage to India” in 1984 is an adaptation of the literary work of the same name. The central theme of the film becomes an audacious cross-cultural excursion that ends with traumatic estrangement. The study of this cinematic work is vital because it provides an understanding of the deep-seated prejudice and stereotypes that were characteristic of people in the twentieth century.
Discussion
The story begins with an introduction to the main character Adela Quested, who goes on a trip to India with her husband. There, together with his mother, the spouse goes on an excursion to the Marabar caves with Dr. Aziz Ahmed. It is during this journey that strange events begin to occur (A Passage to India). The conflict arises when one of the ladies accuses a man of sexual assault, and he is taken into custody by the local authorities. The main problem is the clash of cultures and views of the British colonists about the Indian population. Thus, the cinematic picture focuses on the doctor’s process of proving his innocence to people who are full of personal biases and cultural biases in a society in which the word of a white man is more robust than that of a colored man.
Ms. Quested is presented from the very beginning of the film as an open-minded personality. Hence, she is one of the only foreigners who does not have any negative attitudes and views on people who live in colonial territories. However, during a visit to the cave, something in her dramatically changes, and she decides to expose accusations of sexual assault against Dr. Aziz (A Passage to India). Despite the fact that the doctor did not take such actions, the woman decides to worsen his life. Perhaps this change was due to the realization that a woman does not love her husband, and she began to blame the trip to India and the people there for this.
Changes have also taken place in Dr. Aziz, who in the beginning was an admirer of Western civilization. This happened because of Ms. Quested’s cruel and false accusations. A sharp negative attitude on the part of the Englishwoman forced him to stand up for his rights and Muslim identity. Of particular importance is also the position of Narayanom Godbolom, who is a Hindu Brahmin. He has pretty fatalistic views regarding cross-cultural rendezvous. Further, when Dr. Aziz came to him for advice about his grave situation, the man tried to get away from the topic (A Passage to India). At the same time, he believed that he was closer to Muslims than to the British
The reason why Ms. Questioned gave up the accusation against Dr. Aziz was the realization of the cruelty and injustice of her act. Henceforth, the woman realized that she could seriously harm an innocent person and ruin his life. Mr. Fielding also played a unique role in the resolution of the conflict. This character was of the opinion that the charges Ms. Quested are the support the desire of the British authorities for the subsequent confirmation of their superiority over the Indians.
Therefore, he advocated for understanding and forgiveness between a doctor and a British woman (A Passage to India). It is worth noting that dreadfulness regarding Mrs. Moore can be defined as detaching and ignoring the conflict of the story, as she decides to leave India and not side with the doctor. The reason for the loss of Dr. Aziz’s trust in Mr. Fielding is the assumption that the school principal is trying to side with Ms. Quested and link a relationship with her.
In creating misunderstandings and conflict between Englishmen and Indians, the main reasons are historical and traditional contexts. This is due to the fact that the British colonialists had deeply rooted prejudices and prejudices against the Hindus. However, they had to restrain themselves and hide their true feelings, which were released to the outside with the emergence of accusations Ms. Questioned to Dr. Aziz.
The British woman herself feels frightened about Dr. Aziz, as she is aware of the detrimental effect of her actions and is afraid that she may be punished for this (A Passage to India). At the same time, it is impossible to fully understand; therefore, she decided that Dr. Aziz could assault her. The act of Ms. The Muslim quested made has a negative attitude towards white people in the end. Perhaps he realized that despite all attempts to achieve equality, buried prejudices would not leave the colonizers. Thus, it is this unverified assumption that stands behind the conflict of the film.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this tragic estrangement provided a valuable lesson in understanding the importance of cultural tolerance and equality. This is due to the fact that the cultural differences highlighted in the film showed how the lack of proper education regarding negative historical experiences could have an effect on current events. Cultural identity played a unique role, which played role in escalating and perpetuating the conflict between the main characters. Hence, Dr. Aziz, after the accusations, tried to refute them with the help of his Muslim identity. However, forgiveness and understanding between Ms. Questioned and Dr. Aziz became a problematic aspect, as the second believed that the woman had prejudices, despite the apparent open-mindedness. If I were in his place, I might also hold a similar opinion, especially in the context of tense cultural and national relations of the early twentieth century.
Work Cited
A Passage to India. Directed by David Lean, Thorn EMI Screen Entertainment, 1984.