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Gandhi

  • 1982
  • TMDB 7.6/10
  • 3h 12m

In the early years of the 20th century, Mohandas K. Gandhi, a British-trained lawyer, forsakes all worldly possessions to take up the cause of Indian independence. Faced with armed resistance from the British government, Gandhi adopts a policy of 'passive resistance', endeavouring to win freedom for his people without resorting to bloodshed.

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Overview

In the early years of the 20th century, Mohandas K. Gandhi, a British-trained lawyer, forsakes all worldly possessions to take up the cause of Indian independence. Faced with armed resistance from the British government, Gandhi adopts a policy of 'passive resistance', endeavouring to win freedom for his people without resorting to bloodshed.

Cast

  • Ben KingsleyMahatma Gandhi
  • Candice BergenMargaret Bourke-White
  • Edward FoxGeneral Dyer
  • John GielgudLord Irwin
  • Trevor HowardJudge Broomfield
  • John MillsLord Chelmsford
  • Rohini HattangadiKasturba Gandhi
  • Martin SheenVince Walker

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