A two-part BBC 4 programme presented by Dr. Adam Rutherford, British geneticist, author, and broadcaster. 

Dr Adam Rutherford takes viewers on a rollercoaster ride as he explores the consequences of one of the biggest scientific projects of all time - the decoding of the entire human genome in 2000. In 2001 scientists announced that humanity had read every single piece of information which makes up the human genome, the code within our DNA. It was a pivotal moment in scientific history.

The Gene Code 1: The Book of Life | (58:42 min; 2011; English) | ( Click here to watch )

In programme 1, 'The Book of Life', Dr Adam Rutherford discovers that every human carries the entire story of life on earth hidden in his or her DNA. He sees how we are all linked directly to the origins of life and to the first creatures with backbones. He investigates the implications of the fact that for much of its existence, the human race was an endangered species.

Shernaz Italia, well-known producer; and Zenobia Panthaki, Consultant with The World Bank in conversation with Shernaz Cama

Interspersing the history of the Parsis in Delhi with the growth and development of the city, both Shernaz Italia and Zenobia Panthaki, Delhi born Parsis have been witness to the cityscape change from Delhi of the early fifties and sixties, to the present. The changes in the city reflecting a collective memory of generations past and people long gone, yet here in spirit. 

Video recording of the Friday Forum conversation held on 27th August 2021

(Collaboration: Parzor Foundation and Jiyo Parsi)
 

(60 min; 2010; English)
Director: David Wilson

What really went on at the ancient Greek oracle at Delphi, how did it get its awesome reputation and why is it still influential today? Michael Scott of Cambridge University uncovers the secrets of the most famous oracle in the ancient world. A vital force in ancient history for a thousand years, it is now one of Greece’s most beautiful tourist sites, but in its time it has been a gateway into the supernatural, a cockpit of political conflict, and a beacon for internationalism. And at its heart was the famous inscription which still inspires visitors today – ‘Know Thyself’.

A play in Hindi presented by Ruchika Theatre Group with Radhika Alkazi and Jaipreet Singh
Directed by Feisal Alkazi

Phaneshwar Renu’s unforgettable story of the relationship between a nautanki dancer and a bullock cart driver

An online exhibition of photographs by Navin Sakhuja, Opthalmologist

First published in the IIC Quarterly, Autumn 2017 issue, the photographs engage with the power and beauty of nature. Dr. Sakhuja in his art practice has been fascinated by and is drawn to the unknown, the unexplored, and the untouched, pristine and desolate parts of the planet. The photographs on view cover three different visits to the Arctic Circle, Iceland (2010); Antelope Canyon, Arizona USA (2010; and the Great Namib Desert, Namibia 2015.

Please click on the link to access a pdf copy of Dr. Navin Sakhuja’s essay “Pristine” first published in the IIC Quarterly, Autumn 2017, Volume 44, Number 2

https://iicdelhi.in/sites/default/files/2021-09/10_IIC%20Q_Navin%20Sakh…

PHYSICAL PROGRAMME

 Kalira Atita (Yesterday’s past) | (83 min; 2021; Blu ray; Odia with English subtitles)
Director: Nila Madhab Panda

A man returns to his home village hoping to reunite with his family, only to find it under water due to a cyclone. Now, another cyclone is coming, and the man struggles to survive.

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Eigi Kona (Stallone my Pony; Manipuri) | (90 min; 2019; Blu ray; with English subtitles)
Directors: Bobby Wahengbam, Maipaksana Haorongbam

Recipient of the award for Best Feature Film in Manipuri, National Film Awards 2019; Special Jury Mention; Best Child Artist; and Best Costume Design, 13th Manipuri State Film Awards 2020

Thawai, a young boy loves to play polo, riding his pony Stallone. Stallone is a descendant of the horse Thawai’s famous grandfather rode playing polo. Falling on hard times, Thawai’s father is forced to sell Stallone. Unable to bear being separated from his pony, Thawai falls seriously ill…
 

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A Dog and His Man (Chhattisgarhi) | (83 min; 2019; Blu ray; with English subtitles)
Director: Siddharth Tripathy

In a region where large-scale displacement of villagers is common due to coal mining, Shoukie and his dog Kheru spend, what seems like, the last night in their village. The entire village has been abandoned for almost two years but Shoukie has been adamant about staying back – his home is not for sale. Shoukie stays on like a ghost with his dog.

When Shoukie is served a final notice by the mining company for eviction, he senses an imminent defeat and an illogical thought occurs to him – that his dog would die that night. Left alone by family and friends, Shoukie passes the night, hungry and nostalgic, with this notion of his dog’s death.

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PHYSICAL PROGRAMME

Mai Ghat: Crime no: 103/2005 (Marathi) | (104 min; 2019; Blu ray; with English subtitles)
Director: Ananth Narayan Mahadevan

Recipient of the Silver Peacock for Best Actor-Female, International Film Festival of India 2019; and Best Cinematography Award, Indian Film Festival of Cincinnati 2020

The true story of a mother's protracted 13 year fight for justice for her son who was tortured to death in custody, resulting in a historic death sentence for the guilty policemen.

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