Miss Adela Quested and Mrs. Moore are fascinated by the culture and customs of India and they form a bond with Aziz. However, cultural differences and misunderstandings lead to a disastrous event during a visit to the Marabar Caves - Adela accuses Aziz of attempted rape.
The accusation sparks a heated legal battle that exposes the racism and prejudice that underpins the British Raj. Aziz is tried and found not guilty, but the experience leaves him bitter and disillusioned with the British.
The film is a powerful examination of the clash of cultures and the complex relationships between the colonizers and the colonized. It explores themes of identity, power, and the struggle for independence and self-determination.
A Passage to India was directed by David Lean and released in 1984. The film stars Judy Davis as Adela Quested, Peggy Ashcroft as Mrs. Moore, and Victor Banerjee as Aziz. It was nominated for numerous awards and won two Oscars for Best Supporting Actress (Peggy Ashcroft) and Best Original Score (Maurice Jarre).