The India of Andre Malraux (2002) – Documentary

Director:

Nikhil Padgaonkar

Synopsis:

André Malraux was a French adventurer, award-winning author, statesman and known for his interest in archaeology. He came to India after his father’s death and traveled extensively through Indochina and China. He was on friendly terms with Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru. Indians will recall that during India’s ordeal André Malraux made a public declaration stating that he was willing to go and fight for Bangladesh. Three thousand Frenchmen, among whom senior officers, then immediately proposed to follow his example. The film narrates the life of André Malraux and his relation with India through interviews, images of old archaeological items and other old footage.

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