The Raj through Indian Eyes: Programme 1: The Uprising of 1857

This film is held by the British Empire & Commonwealth Museum (ID: 2000/136/026).

Synopsis

Intended as a series for Channel 4, the material is an examination of the history of the British in India, largely from the point of view and experiences of Indians. Programme One focuses on the 19th century. Two programmes were completed, of which this is one. The remaining material, covering the period up to Independence, remains as rushes.

 

Titles

  • The Raj through Indian Eyes: Programme 1: The Uprising of 1857 (Archive)
 

Technical Data

Year:
1990
Running Time:
51minutes 40secs
Film Gauge (Format):
VHS Digibeta
Sound:
Sound
Footage:
see holdings screen
 

Production Credits

Production Company
Partap Sharma for Indofocus Films