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The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway [DVD] [2001]

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway [DVD] [2001]
Directed by Rick Melling

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Take a journey from the plains of Siliguri to the heights of Darjeeling.

Product Description

At the height of the British Raj in the late nineteenth century, Franklin Prestage, Agent of the East Bengal Railway, proposed what many thought was impossible - a track running from the humid plains of Siliguri to the alpine heights of Darjeeling. Over a hundred years later the famous 'Toy Train' is still running up the Himalayas to the same destination, following the same ingenious loops and zigzags. Though threatened with closure on numerous occasions the line has now been granted 'World Heritage' status, thus guaranteeing it a secure future. DVD extra features: Interview with Sherab Tendul, 5 unreleased clips of the train in action, 3 slide shows and historical scene selection menu

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #43732 in DVD
  • Released on: 2002-09-09
  • Rating: Exempt
  • Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
  • Formats: Full Screen, PAL
  • Original language: English
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Running time: 60 minutes

Editorial Reviews

Special Features
4:3 Full Frame
English
Region 0
Interview With Sherab Tenduf
5 Unreleased Clips Of The Train In Action
3 Slide Shows
Scene Selection

Synopsis
This release details the creation of the Darjeeling Himalayan railway. The acclaimed production is a must for railway enthusiasts.

Customer Reviews

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway5
I have never seen such a magnificent piece of filming of such spectacular landscape explored in such detail by the liitle steam trains of india, combined with the timeless tranquility of a period almost forgotten, you actually feel as though you could smell the smells and touch the images for yourself.
For any of us train fanatics here is a director who has got the vision for such an outstanding documentary film.
To view this film sat in your armchair is an absolute delight.Every second holds your interest seeing the train travel up the mountains through the villages sampling many of the diferent kinds of people and spectacular terain and to reach what seems to be the top of the world and view the sunrise from above the clouds looking across to one of the higest peeks in the Himalayas.
A must see film. 10 out of 10.