Delhi
Originally released in 1938. Delhi is a documentary film. directed by Hans Nieter. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Filmed in 1938, less than a decade before Indian independence, Delhi has a curious tale to tell. ‘Delhi’, the viewer is informed, ‘is the cockpit of the Indian Empire’, it provides the ‘gateway to the riches of the south’. The opening sections of the film focus upon those who have tried and failed to establish a lasting power in the capital. ‘At Delhi’, the commentator states, ‘successive cities have been built by conquering invaders – each has fallen into disuse and decay’. The camerawork focuses on the ‘impressive ruins’ of these earlier invaders. Although the film also depicts the enduring architecture of Muslim rulers, such as Akbar and Shahjahan, it is stressed that their power has been superseded. Legend has it that it will be the ninth city of Delhi that ‘will endure and will rule forever’. Shahjahan had built the eighth.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 8, 1938
88 years ago
Runtime
0h 10m
10 minutes total
User Rating
2.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- World Window
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delhi about?
Filmed in 1938, less than a decade before Indian independence, Delhi has a curious tale to tell. ‘Delhi’, the viewer is informed, ‘is the cockpit of the Indian Empire’, it provides the ‘...
Who directed Delhi?
Delhi was directed by Hans Nieter.
How long is Delhi?
Delhi has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).
When was Delhi released?
Delhi was released on February 8, 1938 in theaters.