VISTARA: The Architecture of India (1980)

Vistara presents a comprehensive look at India's cultural heritage through its history, architecture, and folklore, as featured during 'The Festival of India' in cities worldwide throughout the 1980s. Organized by Pupul Jayakar, the exhibitions sought to display not just India's famous landmarks but also the diverse local communities and the stories and myths that shaped them. The film is a powerful adaptation of Imtiaz Dharker's elaborate nine-projector multimedia presentation, effectively capturing the central ideas of this fascinating exhibition.