Law of the Land
From crown colony to sovereign republic, Singapore's journey as a nation has been founded on a commitment to the rule of law. Law of the Land traces how key laws have been essential in shaping the character of the society it has become. Presented by lawyer, Amanda Chong, and dressed with dramatic re-enactments to bring alive the action of the times, the documentary focuses on the events that led to major legislative changes in the areas of law and order, immigration, women's rights and anti-corruption that were pivotal to the development of Singapore. The sepoy mutiny of 1915, female child slavery, polygamy and police bribery are all issues confronted as this landmark documentary charts the social and political pressures that forced major changes in the law as Singapore shaped its destiny.
Cast & Crew
| Producer | Tan Lek Hwa |
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From crown colony to sovereign republic, Singapore's journey as a nation has been founded on a commitment to the rule of law. Law of the Land traces how key laws have been essential in shaping the character of the society it has become. Presented by lawyer, Amanda Chong, and dressed with dramatic re-enactments to bring alive the action of the times, the documentary focuses on the events that led to major legislative changes in the areas of law and order, immigration, women's rights and anti-corruption that were pivotal to the development of Singapore. The sepoy mutiny of 1915, female child slavery, polygamy and police bribery are all issues confronted as this landmark documentary charts the social and political pressures that forced major changes in the law as Singapore shaped its destiny.
From instilling order to fighting for women's rights and eradicating corruption, key laws have been essential in shaping the character of Singapore society. Witness how social and political pressures influenced major legislative changes as dramatic re-enactments bring pivotal historical events alive.
From instilling order to fighting for women's rights and eradicating corruption, key laws have been essential in shaping the character of Singapore society. Witness how social and political pressures influenced major legislative changes as dramatic re-enactments bring pivotal historical events alive.