Photo Wallahs (1991)

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Renowned ethnographic filmmakers David and Judith MacDougall explore the many meanings of photography in this profound and penetrating documentary. The film focuses on the photographers of Mussoorie, a hill station in the Himalayan foothills of northern India whose fame has attracted tourists since the 19th century. Through a rich mixture of scenes that includes the photographers at work, their clients, and both old and new photographs, this extraordinary film examines photography as art and as social artifact — a medium of reality, fantasy, memory, and desire.

Director: Judith MacDougall, David MacDougall
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 59 min
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Cinematography: David MacDougall
Editing: Dai Vaughan
Production: Oxnard Film Productions
Country: Australia
Language: हिन्दी, English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Photo Wallahs about?
Renowned ethnographic filmmakers David and Judith MacDougall explore the many meanings of photography in this profound and penetrating documentary. The film focuses on the photographers of Mussoorie, a hill station in the Himalayan foothills of northern India whose fame has attracted tourists since the 19th century. Through a rich mixture of scenes that includes the photographers at work, their clients, and both old and new photographs, this extraordinary film examines photography as art and as social artifact — a medium of reality, fantasy, memory, and desire.
Who directed Photo Wallahs?
Photo Wallahs was directed by Judith MacDougall, David MacDougall.
How long is Photo Wallahs?
Photo Wallahs has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
What genre is Photo Wallahs?
Photo Wallahs is a Documentary film.
Where was Photo Wallahs produced?
Photo Wallahs was produced in Australia.