Sports Film and History

The Man Who Would Be King and Lagaan are films that are set in the period of the Victorian Empire, which was when the British Empire was expanding most rapidly due to the need to obtain resources for rapid commercial and industrial development. The British therefore wielded great influence globally through expansion and was the biggest empire ever in history. Hence the British had the image of great superiority, with almost God-like presence power. This …

…social status which is a universal mark of physical and mental strength of the people. Progress can hence be symbolized by fair play which is less damaging and humiliating than war. Also sports help to bring together people of all genders, ages and races together. A true mark of “a progressing civilization” is in the uniting of the people in which sports can play a role and hence act metaphorically in this “progress” as well.