
14 Nov 2019

But Beautiful
In his new film, Erwin Wagenhofer is looking for the good and beautiful in this world.
Documentary on the Great Stupa at Sanchi, built by the Emperor Ashoka, and adorned with some of the finest examples of Buddhist art in the world.

14 Nov 2019

In his new film, Erwin Wagenhofer is looking for the good and beautiful in this world.

26 Nov 2024

THE QUEST: Everest is a journey to deeper understand and climb the most iconic mountain in the world, Mt. Everest, and to reveal its amazing history and culture. From experiencing Everest like never before to witnessing unique stories about one of the most remarkable places on earth, THE QUEST: Everest is a one-of-a-kind cinematic tribute to the human spirit of adventure that lives inside us all.

10 May 2007

A Zen priest in San Francisco and cookbook author use Zen Buddhism and cooking to relate to everyday life.

10 Aug 2017

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.

02 Dec 2016

Originally created as an installation for the third Shenzhen Independent Animation Biennale this film is a gripping diary and travelogue of a trip the filmmaker made through India. She tries to grasp India’s love and thoughts, the sentiments and everyday conditions and the experience of disease and death.

01 May 2017

A sex columnist gains popularity even while a ban on comprehensive sex education in schools is adopted by approximately a third of India’s states.

02 Apr 1916

A Christian take on 'Edenless' India, where heathens are unafraid of snakes, and build 'interesting' temples to their gods.

03 Jun 1934

A stunning display by Nyishi tribesmen from the hills of Arunachal Pradesh, north-eastern India.

10 Jan 1922

Richly detailed record of the Prince of Wales' Indian tour.

01 Dec 1921

The future Edward VIII opens a durbar and enjoys a day at the races before inspecting the fire brigade in Calcutta.

05 Dec 1905

An elephantine spectacle, likely part of the celebrations for the visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to India.

02 Apr 1940

Traditional games, dancing and music among the people of Sikkim - in vivid colour.

05 May 1935

Tigers in the Himalayan foothills, filmed by famous hunter and conservationist Jim Corbett.

02 Jul 1938

Indian elephants in action as working animals and in hunting.

01 Oct 1909

Rare stencil-coloured images of early 20th century Delhi during a Muslim festival.

12 Jun 2017

The Real Story of Fake Democracy. Filmed over three years in five countries, FREEDOM FOR THE WOLF is an epic investigation into the new regime of illiberal democracy. From the young students of Hong Kong, to a rapper in post-Arab Spring Tunisia and the viral comedians of Bollywood, we discover how people from every corner of the globe are fighting the same struggle. They are fighting against elected leaders who trample on human rights, minorities, and their political opponents.

11 Nov 1910

A demonstration of sport and fitness by members of the Indian Army.

31 Jul 1933

Fireworks, illuminations and traditional dance all feature in a stunningly opulent royal wedding at Kundla, Gujarat.

01 Jun 1904

Actuality film showing a busy Salvation Army parade in a rural village under the British Raj.

01 Jun 1904

Salvation Army General Commissioner Edward Higgins features in the this film of a brass band parade through a village.