Prisoners of Conscience
Zameer ke Bandi
Synopsis
An early Patwardhan documentary completed in 1978, Prisoners of Conscience focuses on the state of emergency imposed by Indira Ghandi from June 1975 through March 1977. During this time over 100,000 people were arrested without charge and imprisoned without trial. They were released only by the government that replaced Ghandi's. The film also shows that political prisoners existed in India before the state of emergency and continued after the new government was elected.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anand Patwardhan
- Original Title
- Zameer ke Bandi
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- English, Hindi
- Runtime
- 45m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anand Patwardhan
Department Leadership Roster
Anand Patwardhan
Director
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What is Prisoners of Conscience about?
An early Patwardhan documentary completed in 1978, Prisoners of Conscience focuses on the state of emergency imposed by Indira Ghandi from June 1975 through March 1977. During this time over 100,000 people were arrested without charge and imprisoned without trial. They were released only by the government that replaced Ghandi's. The film also shows that political prisoners existed in India before the state of emergency and continued after the new government was elected.
Who directed Prisoners of Conscience?
Prisoners of Conscience was directed by Anand Patwardhan.
Who stars in Prisoners of Conscience?
The principal cast of Prisoners of Conscience includes Not specified.
When was Prisoners of Conscience released and how long is it?
Prisoners of Conscience was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 45m.