Gone Are the Days!
A young, idealistic man returns home to the plantation where he grew up in servitude. With him, he brings his fiance, Lutiebelle, in hopes of convincing the plantation owner that she is really his cousin in order to secure the family inheritance. To aid in the comic complications that follow are his family members Missy and Gitlow, and the plantation owners endearing (but ineffectual) son Charlie.
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Plot Summary
In 1930s East Africa, a young British colonial administrator finds himself in a moral quandary when he discovers that a local African chief is being unjustly treated by his superiors. Torn between his duty to the crown and his growing sense of justice, he must decide whether to uphold the colonial order or fight for the rights of the indigenous population. The film explores themes of colonialism, racism, and the clash of cultures.
Critical Reception
Gone Are the Days! received a mixed to negative reception from critics upon its release. While some acknowledged its ambitious themes and performances, many found the film to be heavy-handed and uneven in its execution. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to make a significant impact at the box office.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its attempt to tackle complex colonial issues.
- Criticized for its didactic tone and a predictable narrative.
- Performances were noted as solid, but could not elevate the overall script.
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Fun Fact
The film was based on the play "Theนั้น is Right" by William Douglas-Home, which was itself inspired by a real-life incident in colonial Africa.
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