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Released
1938 · FILM

Singapore and Jahore

Runtime
9 min
Documentary

Synopsis

A visit to Singapore, an essential port city in Britain's empire, established in 1813 when Raffles negotiated its separation from the independent Malay state of Johor. The camera observes Singapore's traditional neighborhoods, trade, and small crafts, which are dominated by people of Chinese ancestry. Then, the journey continues via the modern causeway to Johor's small capital, Johor Bahru, for a look at imposing buildings and a visit to the grounds of the sultan. The sultan's son invites the crew in, and they meet the sultan, "H.H." himself. The narrator relates the sultan's commitment to commerce, economic well-being, and tolerance, stemming in part from his European education.

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Principal cast & crew: 3

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Shot by Hone GlendinningScored by Nathaniel Shilkret

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