A black-and-white classic from 1955, Shree 420 was the highest grossing film of its year and remains an unparalleled classic to this day. Shree 420, meaning Mister 420 is derived from the Indian Penal Code for fraud. It is the story of an orphan named Raj who comes to Bombay in search of work and get wrapped up in the world of wealthy gamblers and swindlers. The film has a strong socialist theme and makes a searing commentary on the distribution of wealth in human society. It has beautiful songs that punctuate the narrative.