Tim Walker Collection: 1: Malawi Independence Celebrations 1964

This film is held by the British Empire & Commonwealth Museum (ID: 2002/152/001).

Synopsis

State Visit (post Independence) by Emperor Haile Selassi. Grant of Independence; the arrival of official guests and the celebrations, Dr Banda opening Dam. Tribal dancing. Touring expedition up country by the author showing Victoria Falls and wild game parks.

Production / Donor Details: The film was shot by Brian Walker, who was the last ex-colonial official to leave the Malawi government when he retired in 1986. He played an important role as a public servant in the government of former President Hastings Banda, for which he was awarded an OBE in 1981.

 

Titles

  • Tim Walker Collection: 1: Malawi Independence Celebrations 1964 (Archive)
Series Title:
Tim Walker Collection
 

Technical Data

Year:
1960
Running Time:
approx 21 minutes
Film Gauge (Format):
VHS 8mm
Sound:
Mute
Footage:
approx 250 ft
 

Production Credits

Production Details
See synopsis