One print of a 1969 experimental film by Akbar Padamsee is lost, prompting filmmaker Ashim Ahluwalia to collaborate with the artist to remake it in 2016.
Synopsis
One print of a 1969 experimental film by Akbar Padamsee is lost, prompting filmmaker Ashim Ahluwalia to collaborate with the artist to remake it in 2016.
Synopsis
Akbar Padamsee, a pioneer of Modern Indian painting, created the 16mm film Events in a Cloud Chamber in 1969. This experimental work is now lost, with no existing copies. In 2016, filmmaker Ashim Ahluwalia collaborated with Padamsee, who was then 89 years old, to remake the film. The documentary captures their creative process and the challenges of reviving a significant piece of Indian art history. It reflects on the legacy of Padamsee's original vision and the evolution of his artistic expression.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Akbar Padamsee, a pioneer of Modern Indian painting.
- See one of the few Indian experimental films ever made.
- Follow Ashim Ahluwalia's collaboration with Padamsee.
Did You Know
- Akbar Padamsee made the original film in 1969.
- The original print of the film is now lost with no copies existing.
- The remake was completed over 40 years after the original.
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Who made the film Events in a Cloud Chamber?
Akbar Padamsee made the film Events in a Cloud Chamber in 1969.
What is the duration of the film Events in a Cloud Chamber?
The duration of the film is 22 minutes.
Who worked with Akbar Padamsee to remake the film?
Filmmaker Ashim Ahluwalia worked with Akbar Padamsee to remake the film.
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