Empire of Threads

Date: 08/06/2018
Time: 5:30 pm
Venue: IGNCA Auditorium, Media Centre, 3, Dr. Rajindra Prashad Road, New Delhi, New Delhi


The finesse of traditional Indian thread embroidery has enriched the look and feel of many a global blockbuster. Be it Gladiator, Troy, Kingdom of heaven or any such film, the interaction between Hollywood and a segment of India’s hand embroidery artisans has created magic. The film captures this harmony.

Director: Shri Anwar Jamal

Duration: 52 minutes