Rex vs. Singh (2008)
In 1915, two Sikh mill-workers, Dalip Singh and Naina Singh, were entrapped by undercover cops and accused of sodomy. Their story becomes a fascinating case study of Vancouver power relations: how police corruption, racism, homophobia, and a covert "whites-only" immigration policy, conspired to maintain the status quo of this colonial port city. Told in four parts, by three separate directors, the film is a hybrid of film forms including drama, documentary and musical.
Runtime: 30 min
Release Date: August 20, 2008
Original Language: en
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Rex vs. Singh about?
- In 1915, two Sikh mill-workers, Dalip Singh and Naina Singh, were entrapped by undercover cops and accused of sodomy. Their story becomes a fascinating case study of Vancouver power relations: how police corruption, racism, homophobia, and a covert "whites-only" immigration policy, conspired to maintain the status quo of this colonial port city. Told in four parts, by three separate directors, the film is a hybrid of film forms including drama, documentary and musical.
- Who directed Rex vs. Singh?
- Rex vs. Singh was directed by John Greyson, Richard Fung, Ali Kazimi.
- How long is Rex vs. Singh?
- Rex vs. Singh has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).