Indian Experimental Films

A Throw of Dice, directed by Mani Kaul, is widely regarded as the first Indian experimental film, released in 1967.

Mani Kaul is often referred to as the father of Indian experimental cinema due to his significant contributions to the genre.

Ankur, directed by Shyam Benegal, is known for its innovative narrative structure and non-linear storytelling.

Maya Darpan, directed by Kumar Shahani, explores the life of a young woman who challenges societal norms and expectations.

Nishant, directed by Shyam Benegal, is known for its surrealism and dreamlike imagery.

Samskara, directed by Pattabhirama Reddy, is a political allegory that explores themes of power, corruption, and social injustice.

Garm Hava, directed by M.S. Sathyu, is based on the novel of the same name by Mulk Raj Anand.

Manthan, directed by Shyam Benegal, is a documentary that explores the lives of Indian farmers and their struggles.

Nishant, directed by Shyam Benegal, is known for its use of long takes and minimalist aesthetics.

Garm Hava, directed by M.S. Sathyu, is a black-and-white film that explores the themes of love, loss, and longing.

Samskara, directed by Pattabhirama Reddy, is known for its use of experimental editing techniques and non-linear storytelling.

Samskara, directed by Pattabhirama Reddy, is a political allegory that explores themes of power, corruption, and social injustice.

Garm Hava, directed by M.S. Sathyu, is based on the novel of the same name by Mulk Raj Anand.

Manthan, directed by Shyam Benegal, is a documentary that explores the lives of Indian farmers and their struggles.

Nishant, directed by Shyam Benegal, is known for its use of long takes and minimalist aesthetics.