This is my favorite Indian production of all time. The sweep beauty of historical filming locations transports the viewer to another time. Akbar's unification of India and the peaceful coexistence of two religions under his rule is inspiring and much needed in these troubled times. (not historically accurate but it is a movie after all)

Overlying palace intrigue and low budget battle scenes is the love story between the emperor and his beautiful and strong willed Hindu queen. Three and a half hours went by in a flash, even on repeated viewings.