1942 - A Love Story Directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. India, 1994, 157mins, (12) Cast: Anil Kapoor, Brian Glover, Danny Denzongpa, Manisha Koirala.

Blending musical poetry with epic spectacle, 1942 - A Love Story stands as a definitive work of Indian filmmaking. As the film follows a pair of lovers through the Indian uprising against imperialist Britain, traditional Indian song is juxtaposed with the harsh realities of an oppressed people.

1942 celebrates the people of India and their struggle for independence. When compared to traditional American films dealing with political revolt, this film has more heart, while in comparison to American musicals of the 1950s and 60s, 1942 displays a deeper social conscience and a more solid grasp on narrative storytelling. Above all, 1942 provides entertainment with a rich cultural tapestry.