India on Film: 1899 – 1947 (2017)

India on Film: 1899 – 1947 (2017) poster

As part of the 2017 UK-India Year of Culture, the British Council and British Film Institute share a unique collection of films documenting the sights and culture of a bygone India. Filmed between 1899-1947, and preserved in the BFI National Archive since then, these rare films capture many glimpses of life in India, from dances and markets, to hunts and pageantry.

Genre: Documentary, History
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Production: BFI, British Council
Country: India, United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

british empire, india, documentary filmmaking, british colonialism, travelogue

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is India on Film: 1899 – 1947 about?
As part of the 2017 UK-India Year of Culture, the British Council and British Film Institute share a unique collection of films documenting the sights and culture of a bygone India. Filmed between 1899-1947, and preserved in the BFI National Archive since then, these rare films capture many glimpses of life in India, from dances and markets, to hunts and pageantry.
What genre is India on Film: 1899 – 1947?
India on Film: 1899 – 1947 is a Documentary, History film.
Where was India on Film: 1899 – 1947 produced?
India on Film: 1899 – 1947 was produced in India, United Kingdom.