Holroyd Collection 7: 1936 India

This film is held by the British Empire & Commonwealth Museum (ID: 2006/088/007).

Synopsis

This is a film which documents the filmmaker and his family both in the business sector of life as well as private and family oriented sector. The film opens with views around the city (Calcutta?) including a large fountain in the middle. there is a bridge as well as views of the coastline and construction workers building a bridge. Additionally, there is a short clip of some metalworkers as well as fishermen bringing in their nets on the beach. There are some family leisure activities including golfing, a fmaily dinner, time around the house and a polo game.

 

Titles

  • Holroyd Collection 7: 1936 India (Archive)
Series Title:
Holroyd Collection
 

Technical Data

Year:
1936
Film Gauge (Format):
16mm
Sound:
Mute
Footage:
500ft
 

Production Credits