Inside Job 911 (2011) – Documentary

Synopsis:
Basically this comprises the conspiracy theories, from Hitler to the likes of the JFK assassination, to the speculations on Vietnam and so on and has a great indepth breakdown relating to 911.
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The Golden Years Of Indian Cinema – Documentary

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Zindagi Ek Safar – Kishore Kumar (1989) – Documentary

Overview:For lovers of Indian Cinema and its melodious film music from the Golden Era, here comes the much awaited rare piece of creative work, recently released in the DVD format. It is the one and only video documentary made in 1989, on the happening life of the most versatile musical phenomenon called Kishore Kumar. Directed by Sandip Ray (son of the renowned film-maker, Satyajit Ray), the movie talks about Kishore Da?s lesser known childhood, his energetic career as an actor and his incomparable contribution as a singer along with famous clips of his uncountable melodious songs which are still cherished by hindi film music lovers living all over the world.
Intelligently compiled by Sandip, the movie not only showcases the brighter side of Kishore Da?s persona but also talks about the grey shades of his identity, which were sadly publicised in the media as an eccentric behavior towards insanity. Ironically, Kishore da himself talks about it with Lata Mangeshkar in an interview featured in the documentary. Exploring different phases in the life and career of Kishore Da, as an actor, producer, director, singer, composer and lyricist, the movie smartly makes us familiar with the real truth behind many famous myths about him.
However, the only missing point in the movie according to me was to avoid the era in which there was a healthy competition seen between Mohd. Rafi and Kishore Da. The narration completely skips this particular part of his career, when R. D. Burman was rising towards the peak and along with him few other music directors also started preferring Kishore Da to sing for their films. Apart from this it?s a brilliant piece of documentation in which so many famous personalities are brought together to talks about their favorite singer and actor ranging from the veteran Dada Muni (Ashok Kumar) to the voice of the current generation, Shaan.
A must watch for all who love Kishore Kumar and his multitalented career of an immensely creative personality. (The DVD has been released by Moser Baer Home Video and should be easily available at all leading stores.)

Starring:
Kishore Kumar
Director:
Sandip Ray

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Pancham Unmixed: An Unending Journey (2007) – Documentary

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Jagjit Singh Ki Yaad Main – Documentary

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Gaali (2010) – Short Documentry

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Diary Of A Common Man (2012)

Starring:
Virendra Saxena
Bharti Patil
Adhyay Bakshi
Director:
Swaroop Savanur
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God Of Wonders (2009)

Starring:
Jim Tetlow
Director:
Jim Tetlow
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Naina Jogin – The Ascetic Eye (2005)

Director:
Praveen Kumar
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Pop Music Of India (1995) – Documentary

Director:
Ramesh Sharma/ Moving Picture Company
Synopsis:
This short film celebrates the growing popularity of non-film music in India during the nineties, when the music scenario began to change. ‘Pop Music of India’ traces the new route that non-film music charted with individual stars like Remo Fernandez, Baba Sehgal, Alisha Chinoy, Shweta Shetty, Suchitra Krishnamurthy, and bands such as Indus Creed and Pulse, all of who made distinctively different music experimenting with a wide variety of styles and genres – folk, punk, reggae, bhangra, to rock, rap and jazz. With captivating music videos to accompany, the MTV generation readily responded to this music pushing them high on the charts, giving film music a stiff run for its money.
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Kuchipudi Revisited (1998) – Documentary

Director:
Yamini Krishnamurthy
Synopsis:
Kuchipudi, the dance, takes it name from the village of Kuchipudi in Andhra Pradesh where it originated and was developed as a male dance tradition. It had a certain vigour associated with it and depicted the unity of the male and female in one body, allowing the dancer to interpret and enact a male or a female role within the performance. Swapna Sundari, one of the renowned exponents of Kuchipudi, traces the origin, evolution and changing nuances of the dance form through interviews with her Guru Pasumarthy Seetharamaia, other acclaimed exponents and well known dance critics.
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India In Space (1997) – Documentary

Director:
Karan Bali
Synopsis:
‘India in Space’ records the birth and progress of Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and India’s contribution in the area of space research. The firing of a two-stage rocket from a Kerala fishing village saw the birth of the Indian Space Programme and India’s entry into the ‘space age’. ISRO was formed by the vision of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai with a clear objective of peaceful exploration of space. The Satellite Instructional and Television Experiment or SITE using the U.S. Satellite ATS- 6 saw the telecast of a series of educational programs on health, family planning, agriculture in over two thousand five hundred villages. The next few decades saw the tremendous success of India in launching satellites through its own satellites systems, primarily for telecommunications designed and built by ISRO called INSAT.
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Abiding Grace – Glimpses Of The North East (1999) – Documentary

Director:
Gautam Bora
Synopsis:
‘Abiding Grace’ is an informative film on the culture, landscape and history of the
North East of India. It takes us through the seven states in the North East, namely Meghalaya, Assam, Nagaland, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh. North East India has a predominantly humid sub-tropical climate with hot, humid summers, severe monsoons and mild winters. Along with the west coast of India, this region has some of the Indian subcontinent’s last remaining rain forests. The cultural traditions are not confined to themes of divine love but also include a strong influence of mythology that people can easily identify with. The film travels to each state and visually narrates the traditions, dances and practices along with the distinct landscapes of each of the seven states.
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Beyond Midnight (2002) – Documentary

Director:
Arun Kumar T. R.
Synopsis:
‘Beyond Midnight’ is about the development that has taken place in India since
independence. From the rising middle class to consumerism, India has seen a lot of change. In the fields of healthcare, education and business too, there have been significant development. The changes in aspiration and perceptions have lead to women’s empowerment and has helped shape the nation for the future. The economic diplomacy has helped in attracting foreign tourists with India becoming a prominent tourist destination. The film shows how India has become an icon for the developing countries by redefining priorities with the changing times.
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Bhutan – Fortress Of The Gods (2002) – Documentary

Director:
Romesh Sharma
Synopsis:
‘Bhutan – Fortress of the Gods’ tells the story of modernisation of Bhutan under
the leadership of King Jigme Singe Wangchuk. Credited with following a path of
modernisation that balances local cultural needs with economic development the King coined the definer ‘gross national happiness.’ Bhutan is a unique example of a constitutional monarchy that harmoniously blends together its cultural heritage, spiritual moorings and practices, political ideology and its economic ambitions. The film visually evokes modern Bhutan, tucked away in the Himalayas and surrounded by huge nations like India and China, in all its various forms. The films also refers to its rich, cultural and religious history. Bhutan is a unique story, as the film demonstrates, of a nation building its own democracy in compliance with its particular character and history.
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Colours From India (2002) – Documentary

Director:
Dimple Kharbanda
Synopsis:
‘Colours From India’ is about the three Russian painters who came to love India as their own, which reflected in myriad nature in their works. Russians saw India first through the paintings of Saltykov. He painted everything he saw: common people, Nawabs, processions in Kanchipuram, during his two visits in 1841 and 1845. Vasili Vereshchkegin, inspired by Saltykov’s paintings travelled to India. He was more fascinated by the architecture. Nikolai Roerich, unlike Saltykov and Vereshchkegin, lived in India for a longer period, and thus witnessed British imperialism in India. His paintings reflected India’s desire for freedom. Through the works of these three artists, ‘Colours from India’ depicts the bond of friendship between the two nations that was not initiated by war or diplomacy, but by the sensitive strokes of artists.
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Dreaming Young, Dreaming Global (2001) – Documentary

Director:
Meera Dewan
Synopsis:
‘Dreaming Young, Dreaming Global’ claims that the new era of liberalization and globalization has provided an equal playing field to the youth across cultures and gender. It presents portraits of a few young Indians from different parts of India. We meet a young journalist in Shillong who set up a band inspired by Bob Dylan and Sting, two women from the North-East who are obsessed with physical training and play football, a young student in Gujarat who earns to contribute towards the cost of her education, a young manager of a fast food store, a group of students preparing for studying abroad, and a group of students in Cherapunji trying to run an enterprise as guides for tourists to ancient archaeological discoveries. The film finds that the young Indians are confident, often rooted in their culture, hardworking, enterprising and dreaming and working towards a future for themselves.
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Design Classics Of India (1987) – Documentary

Director:
Madhureeta Negi, Anand
Synopsis:
‘Design Classics of India’ explores traditional and classical design forms of India and their continuum to contemporary times through their use and adaptation across the ages. In our present day life we are surrounded by objects, symbols and ideas that have become so functional that they are often taken for granted. Created for a purpose, these objects have endured the passage of time and have become design classics. Games like chess, polo or ludo have existed since the Indus Valley civilisation and have been mentioned in the epics like Mahabharata. The film traces the evolution and adaptation of some these classical design forms and symbols within the contemporary life.
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Bridges Of Friendship (2002) – Documentary

Director:
Nandan Kudhyadi
Synopsis:
On the morning of 15th February 2001, Mumbai harbour was teeming with over
100 ships from 19 countries as they assembled for the International Fleet Review hosted by the Indian Navy. ‘Bridges Of Friendship’ documents the spectacular event that brought elite fleets from around the world to India. Contingents from the Navy from 19 countries participated with their Chiefs. Attending Chiefs of Naval staff from foreign nations were ceremonially received by the Chief of the Indian Navy, Admiral Sushil Kumar. The Chiefs participated in the event and shared perception, exchanged gifts and pledged co-operation. The objective of the International Fleet Review was to enhance co-operation, spirit of friendship and solidarity between the different nations via their Naval fleets.
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Bhavantarana (1991) – Documentary

Starring:
Kelucharan Mohapatra
Sanyukta Panigrahi
Director:
Kumar Shahani
Synopsis:
Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra is one of the greatest exponents of the classical
dance form of Odissi. Like most highly evolved forms of art, Odissi dance draws
from the energy of sculpture, painting, literature and its precedent dance forms.
Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra was born in 1926 in Raghurajpur, a village in Orissa. He has dedicated his life to refining the dance form by chiselling out an elegant structural niche for it – in all that is sacred in art. Through a series of performances, poetry and excerpts from Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra’s life, the film travels back to a time in India where dance was looked upon as a form of prayer. During this beautiful period, dance was not looked considered feminine, when men were also keen patrons and teachers of dance. However, as times have changed, women have gradually taken over this art form.
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Colours Of Dreams (1995) – Documentary

Director:
Aloke Banerjee, Jaydip Mukherjee
Synopsis:
Hunger for aesthetic perfection and beauty was inborn in Rabindranath Tagore. A new movement in literature, art and culture had begun behind the walls of the Tagore house at Jorasanko. Tagore was urged by the spirit of rediscovery of man in his creative art, in his unique literary creation of poetry, drama, short stories, essays, novels, pictures and paintings. This documentary reflects upon his lively imagination, natural dexterity and his self-expression through lines and colours.
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Cityscapes Calcutta (1998) – Documentary

Director:
Romesh Sharma / Moving Picture Company
Synopsis:
‘Cityscapes’ is a six part series on six cities of India representing the diverse nature and histories of cities in India. ‘Calcutta’ tells the history of the city from its birth in 1690 with the advent of a merchant of the British East India Company. Built on the banks of the river Hooghly, the city developed as a trading hub of British India in the east to become the most important city of the British Empire outside of London. British traders’ quest for political power came in conflict with the Nawabs of Bengal. The influence of this conflict was significant on the culture of the city. In 1912 the city ceased to be the capital of the British Raj, but Calcutta continued to be a centre of cultural creativity. The film traces this glorious history through the archival footage, reconstructed visuals, and memories of renowned artistes of the city.
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Breaking Barriers (1998) – Documentary

Director:
Pallav Das
Synopsis:
The role of women in India is changing rapidly. ‘Breaking Barriers’ shows different examples of women who chose to work and develop their professional skills, and in the process changed their role in society. In Bangalore, Arti works as a mechanic and Raj owns an industrial tool factory. In Rajasthan, where water is in short supply, the government along with NGOs have trained women to build and maintain handpumps. The film shows how working women can lead an independent life and break gender stereotypes.
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Facets Of Our Music, Our Instruments (1998) – Documentary

Director:
Vivek Verma
Synopsis:
“From sound, all the creation began”, it is said in the Vedas. ‘Facts of Our Music, Our Instruments’ are about the sound of India: Indian music and musical instruments. The film shows the history of Indian music and instruments, the basics of these and the exponents of each instrument. Along with the classical music, different types of instruments used in Indian music are introduced, including the folk instruments. The film also incorporates performances by well known artists like Pt. Hariprasad Chausaria (Flute), L. K. Pundit (vocal), etc. Performance by a Baul singer of West Bengal demonstrates the richness of Indian folk music through his songs. These performances and the narration together bring out the life of Indian music.
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Einlassen (1999) – Documentary

Director:
Aradhana Kohli Kapur
Synopsis:
India and Germany share a bond that is cultural. Although the first interactions were through trade, they became partners in many initiatives that have helped both the countries in their social and cultural development. ‘Einlassen’ is about this relationship and shows the different areas where the countries came together. It was personalities like Max Mueller, whose admiration for India lead to the prospering of such a cordial relationship. Now, there are India-German collaborations in the fields of education, science and technology, which have proved successful. Interactions between Indians and Germans have resulted in cultural exchange as well. Institutions like IIT Madras, Arbutus, Max Mueller Bhavan, have played significant roles in this front.
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Divine Shadows (1999) – Documentary

Director:
Girija Pattanaik
Synopsis:
Shadow puppet theatre is one of the most fascinating and spellbinding forms of
theatre and story telling – a form that transfers knowledge of epic texts like the Ramayana and the Vedas and the wisdom implicit in them. ‘Divine Shadows’ explores Wayang or the shadow puppet theatre of South-East Asia that tell stories from Hindu epics. The Hindu Ramayana is the primary source of text for the plays. Indian culture and literature such as the Vedas, Ramayana and the Mahabharata were introduced in Indonesia through Wayang, or the Puppet theatre, and it was through these performances that audiences acquired knowledge of administration, military and other disciplines. Even in the new millennium, these puppet stories continue to captivate audiences.
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Cornershops To Lords (2000) – Documentary

Director:
Kabir Khan
Synopsis:
Cornershops to Lords’ is the story of Indian immigrants to UK through portraits of four very successful people. Daljit Singh Rana, owner of hotel chains and Member of the British Empire, Nat Puri, owner of extensive manufacturing units, Lord Navnit Dholakia, chairman of the British Liberal Party, and Rajinder Singh, musician and leader of the band Cornershop, share common origins from India. Each have struggled against difficult personal circumstances, racial discrimination and negative stereotypes about Indians in UK and prevailed. The first wave of immigrants from India went to UK for economic reasons. They joined the labour force or opened ‘cornershops.’ Using the four protagonists, the film shows that Indians in the UK today are the most successful community, who achieved success though determination, hard work and dogged refusal to give up in the face of endless challenges.
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Cityscapes Shillong (1999) – Documentary

Director:

Romesh Sharma

Synopsis:

‘Cityscapes’ is a six part series on six cities of India representing the diverse nature and histories of cities in India. ‘Shillong’ shows the influences of the British in its architecture, lifestyle and language, and the attempts of its indigenous people, the Khasis, to revive Khasi traditions. Shillong is the place where the British moved to after they found Cherapunji too wet. They called it ‘Scotland of the East’. A multicultural city, Shillong is home to people from both India and Europe. The films attempts to explore the culture of Khasis through interviews, snapshots of indigenous people, reconstruction of legends, traditional dances, architecture, bazaars and documentary footage.

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Cityscapes Chandigarh (1999) – Documentary

Director:
Romesh Sharma
Synopsis:
Cityscapes’ is a six part series on six cities of India representing the diverse nature and histories of cities in India. ‘Chandigarh’ showcases the city of Chandigarh as a planned, modern city, significant as a symbol of a developing, progressive and free India. The film highlights Chandigarh’s pragmatic mix of the functional and the aesthetic, romanticism blended with practicality. Born as a direct result of a violent and black period of Indian history- the partition, Chandigarh has acquired the unique distinction of being a capital to two states. The wide tree lined roads, unique architecture, greenery, the Rock Garden and its citizens, all merge and emerge to characterise a city of the future, with no baggage of the past.
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Cityscapes Mysore (1999) – Documentary

Director:
Romesh Sharma
Synopsis:
Cityscapes’ is a six part series on six cities of India representing the diverse nature and histories of cities in India. ‘Mysore’ showcases the transition of the city of Mysore from the princely state of the Wodeyars to its present modern form. Though the city is no longer ruled by the Maharajas, the royal past is revived in collective memory with the celebration of Dussehra in all its pomp and ceremonies. While the palaces, European architecture and princely celebrations speak of the rich traditions of the city, commerce, the gardens and the sporting clubs take Mysore towards modernity. Home to the Mysore silk sari and Mysore pak, the city is an unusual mix of tradition and modernity.
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Cityscapes Lucknow (1999) – Documentary

Director:
Romesh Sharma
Synopsis:
Cityscapes’ is a six part series on six cities of India representing the diverse nature and histories of cities in India. ‘Lucknow’ is a journey into the heart of a city that owes its rich culture to the Nawabs who were patrons of the arts. Attempts by the British to change this identity failed despite the exile of Wajid Ali Shah. The musical traditions and the dance forms continue to make their presence felt on the cultural fabric of India. The film provides a unique experience of Lucknow- a taste of the delectable dumpukht and tunda kebab, dialogue with Nawab Jaffar Mir Abdullah, descendant of the lineage of Asaf-ud-Daula and Wajid Ali Shah, the intricate Chikan work, classical music and dance, and much more. The city still shares a strong bond with the past.
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Cityscapes Delhi (1998) – Documentary

Director:
Romesh Sharma
Synopsis:
‘Cityscapes’ is a six part series on six cities of India representing the diverse nature and histories of cities in India. ‘Delhi’ signposts events of historical significance that influenced the development of Delhi and attempts to trace its transition from the medieval kingdoms to the seat of power of the British Empire to its present day status as the capital of India. Delhi was important in the history of India as a series of rulers used the city to build their capitals on. The film looks at some of these and explores the last three in detail: the Mughal empire that ended with Bahadur Shah Zafar, the British Empire, and the present day republic of India. Lifestyles, architecture and culture of the three very distinct times are explored by using re-enactments, reconstructed visuals, archival footage, interviews and real-life footage.
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A Nation Celebrates (1994) – Documentary

Director:
Romesh Sharma
Synopsis:
What does true freedom comprise of and how can it be achieved? These narrative threads woven through and across the heart of India showcase stories of ordinary people trying to realize the potential of true and complete freedom through education, literacy and thinking of innovative ways of self governance. ‘A Nation Celebrates’ broadens the scope of freedom by bringing together issues of literacy and self governance as the true essence behind any freedom movement. The journey takes us to the heart of rural India where women like Savitri, Indu Lekha, Devkinandan have with their efforts undertaken a different journey realizing their true potential by doing things differently.
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A River’s Story – The Quest For The Brahmaputra (1998) – Documentary

Director:
Jahnu Barua
Synopsis:
‘The Quest for the Brahmaputra’ is a journey along the course of Brahmaputra, the largest river in India. Originating from Tibet as river Tsang-Po, Brahmaputra travels through the hills and plateaus of Tibet, entering the plains of Assam and finally merges with the Bay of Bengal through Bangladesh. Changing its name six times throughout its journey, the Brahmaputra is equivalent to Navarasa, the nine emotions; sometimes calm and silent, as if in a meditative mood, sometimes destructive like a monster. The film portrays the culture and livelihoods that have flourished along the river. Over half a million people are dependent on the river, which also has religious importance in their lives ‘The Quest for the Brahmaputra’ is a quest that ends with the silent answer from a fisherman, when asked about their dependence even though the river is so destructive.
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A River And Its Valley (1998) – Documentary

Director:
Jahnu Barua
Synopsis:
The film traces the different cultures and lifestyles on the banks of 900 km long journey of the river Brahmaputra in India. The river starts its journey in the Tibetan Plateau as Tsang-Po, enters India flowing through the north-eastern states of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam and exists to Bangladesh flowing out into the Bay of Bengal as Padma. In India the river supports the living cultures and livelihoods of 30 million people of different ethnicity. The film presents a series of cultural practices that are dominated by the river. The film also explores several myths related to the river. The film uses the meandering river to explore the cultural, political and economic life of the people who live on the riverbanks.
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Agriculture First (1989) – Documentary

Director:
Mohi-Ud-Din Mirza
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Ao Haj Karen (1980) – Documentary

Director:
Mazahir Rahim
Synopsis:
The annual pilgrimage to Mecca is an aspiration for Muslims all over the world, so it is for the Indian Muslims. ‘Aao Hajj Karein’ provides awareness about the Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. The details of the Hajj are given through an interaction that a Maulavi has with the students of his Madrasa. The film gives procedural details about how to apply for Hajj, the documents that are necessary, etc. The film also provides information about the necessary items to carry and what should pilgrims do on reaching Mecca, Madina and Jiddah. The film shows actual visuals of the Hajj and the narration tells the story and the history of Mecca and Hajj.
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Adoor: A Journey In Frames (1999) – Documentary

Director:

Rajiv Mehrotra

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Indian Nobel Laureates (1998) – Documentary

Director:
Aloke Banerjee
Synopsis:
‘Indian Nobel Laureates’ is about the Indians who have won the Nobel prize for their contributions in their respective fields. Personalities like Sir C. V. Raman, Hargobind Khorana, S. Chandrasekhar and Amartya Sen won it for their intellectual genius, Mother Teresa won the Nobel Prize for peace and Rabindranath Tagore for his literary genius. The film gives a gist of their life story and their contribution that enabled them to win the Nobel prize. The film also represents the laureates as people whose social services went much beyond what is visible. Covering the fields of Physics, Economics, Medicine and Social service, they are the pride of the country.
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Magic In The Making (1995) – Documentary

Director:
Ritaban Ghatak
Synopsis:
“All art probably starts with an idea or impulse. But it gains shape through certain accidents of growth, coming from the medium or workmanship. They come as a surprise to the artist himself and push his ideas forward or uncover new images. Here the medium becomes an active accomplice. I enjoy this process – this magic in the making …” These opening lines by eminent painter and sculptor K. G. Subramaniyan himself, sets the stage for the wide canvas of the artist that the film unfolds in a gradual but captivating manner. K. G. Subramaniyan, a man of multifaceted talents, created mesmerising art using a multitude of mediums and techniques. Techniques like reverse painting, cement casting, terracota and glass painting found a new lease of life with his mastery. The film is a detailed documentation of his work, approach and inspirations, a treasure-trove of knowledge in the voice of the master himself.
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Land Of Memories (1998) – Documentary

Director:
Arun Kumar
Synopsis:
‘Land of Memories’ explores the oral folk culture and music of the Bhojpuri community in Mauritius and their features that are strongly linked with migration issues. The protagonists of the film are people that are maintaining Bhojpuri migrant memories against the risk of losing them. Brought in by the British as indentured labour to work on sugar plantations during the 19th century, the Bhojpuri community in Mauritius has developed a strong oral culture linked to the “Palayan”, the Hindi word that captures the meaning of migration. Nowadays, many Indo-Mauritian people are attempting to trace their origins and preserve the folk culture they belong to. The film explores this effort, as well as the Bhojpuri musical tradition. In doing so, the movie underlines the importance of seeking our ancestral past and women’s role in preserving the tradition.
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SAARC: Looking Beyond Prophecies Of Doom (1998) – Documentary

Director:
Jawed Naqvi
Synopsis:
This is a film on the 10th Annual summit of SAARC. The summit was preceded by nuclear tests by both India and Pakistan, and critics predicted conflict in the summit and even dissolution of the association. But going above these apprehensions, the summit proved to be one of the successful ones and reassured co-operation in all possible fields. The film explores the decisions taken during this summit and gives examples from the past when the countries joined hands. Trade liberalisation was one of the major discussions on which important decisions were taken. The film also discusses India’s role as the prominent member of SAARC. The prophecies of doom were proved untrue and the countries promised to stay together towards development.
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The Indian Ocean – Retrieving History To Build A Future (1995) – Documentary

Director:
Siddharth Bhatia
Synopsis:
The film likens the oceans to a highway that connect people, culture and communities. New initiatives have been taken to build bridges of co-operation based on historical ties. The Indian Ocean forms the eastern boundary of the African continent reaching towards the Middle East, washing up to the shores of the Indian subcontinent, and further linking up with the South China Sea. The Indian Ocean is the lifeline of the world’s trade and economy and has been so for many decades. The film explores its role in connecting diverse culture and tradition and exchanging technology and ideas. The present day situation of the shores and the ocean is further explored in relation to trade and commerce, and the formation of the Indian Ocean Rim Association for regional co-operation.
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Roots Of Datia (1998) – Documentary

Director:
K. Bikram Singh
Synopsis:
‘Roots of Datia’ is the story of the natural regeneration carried out in the Datia region, 120 km away from Agra. Once a dense forest and surrounded by people following a pastoral economy, Datia became a wasteland due to urbanization and improper management of resources. A Delhi-based NGO, Development Alternatives, took the initiative with the help of the government to bring back the charm of Datia. Under Mr. S. Sahni, a retired Air Vice Marshal, the model in which rainwater was captured in the land itself, became a success. The film shows in detail how the project was carried out and how it became a model adopted in different regions of India such as West Bengal or Northern Himalayas, where women took over the responsibility and even added sericulture to the initiative.
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Rasayatra – The Travelling Song (1994) – Documentary

Director:
Nandan Kudyadi
Synopsis:
‘Rasayatra’ presents the life and music of Mallikarjum Bheemarayappa Mansur (1910-92). Visualising the music of the maestro the film explores Mansur’s love and passion for music. Using his interviews the film takes us on a journey through his life, starting from his love for music as a child to his greatest achievements. Exploring Indian classical music the film also enters the realm of the poetic meaning of the lyrics and Mansur interpretations of those. Filled with personal anecdotes it talks about his personal life and how his music never got affected by it. The films is a tribute to the music and to the man.
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The Rooted Imagination (1992) – Documentary

Director:

Shoma Chaudhury

Synopsis:

India can boast of a rich literature in its regional languages. ‘Rooted Imagination’ is a reminder about these writers and their contribution to literature. The writers featured are U. R. Anathamoorthy who writes in Kannada, Mahashweta Devi in Bengali, M. T. Vasudevan Nair and O. V. Vijayan in Malayalam, Krishna Sobti and Nirmal Varma in Hindi. The film gives an account of their lives, their writings and their achievements. Their works are experimental in nature trying to expose social evils. Translations of this literature are happening increasingly, but much more needs to be done. The film addresses these issues while interviewing the author’s contemporary lives and concerns.

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Tagged: 1992

The India Of Andre Malraux (2002) – Documentary

Director:
Nikhil Padgaonkar
Synopsis:
André Malraux was a French adventurer, award-winning author, statesman and known for his interest in archaeology. He came to India after his father’s death and traveled extensively through Indochina and China. He was on friendly terms with Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru. Indians will recall that during India’s ordeal André Malraux made a public declaration stating that he was willing to go and fight for Bangladesh. Three thousand Frenchmen, among whom senior officers, then immediately proposed to follow his example. The film narrates the life of André Malraux and his relation with India through interviews, images of old archaeological items and other old footage.
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Nisbat… Connection (1999) – Documentary

Director:
Muzaffar Ali
Synopsis:
‘Nisbat…Connection’ is a stunning visual essay on the 786th Urs of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti of Ajmer held on the last five days of the October 1998. Using a pair of travellers as sutradhars, the film goes up close to the faithful at the dargah – praying, singing, seeking and simply being. Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti initiated the Chisti sect of Sufism, and the dargah at Ajmer Sharief holds a special place in the hearts of all and is visited by people of all faiths, especially those who believe in the syncretic Sufi culture that promotes love and tolerance. The film is a very detailed look into the five days of the Urs, the celebrations, the prayers, the living in makeshift camps and hostels, the hope and the anguish, intercepted with poetry. The film ends with the renowned Pakistani singer Abida Parveen visiting and singing at the Dargah.
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Tagged: 1999

Her Own Sky (2000) – Documentary

Director:
Sabiha Farhat
Synopsis:
‘Her Own Sky’ explores the life of Indian women of different regions and their chosen fields of occupation. All these women have stepped out of their homes, broken social barriers and pursued careers not open to women. Panchavarnam is the first woman Panchayat President in five decades in her region; Badli Bai a village banker; Ramvati an entrepreneur; Poonam, a trainee police woman; and many other women from various parts of the country share the strength and resilience to take those paths which no women have traced before. These women pave the way for many others to follow and show that gender is no longer a hurdle to a life of dignity and independence.
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India Wins Freedom And Quit India (1985) – Documentary

Director:
Bhanumurthy Alur
Synopsis:
“At the stroke of the midnight hour when the world sleeps, India will awake to light and freedom” – this was the proclamation made by Pandit Nehru on the eve of India’s independence. But freedom for India came at a cost of Partition and misery due to communal riots and strife between the Hindu and Muslim communities. Overnight millions became homeless, millions became refugees. ‘India wins Freedom’ is a film on the struggle for freedom by the people of the country and a reflection on the price that the country had to pay for freedom. The film contains rare footage of historical importance that re-ignite the sense of passion and commitment inherent in the struggle for Independence.
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Tagged: 1985