Wide establishing shot of Batavia’s canals, lined with tall Dutch gabled houses b...

Wide establishing shot of Batavia’s canals, lined with tall Dutch gabled houses beside Javanese joglo rooftops. Storm clouds loom overhead. The camera glides across the canal on a boat, passing fruit vendors and fishermen. Tracking shot moves to the busy street: Dutch officials in powdered wigs and long coats greet Indonesian nobles in batik sarongs and peci hats, while women in kebaya and lace...