This 42-minute documentary explores the massacre of Indians* by the British at Jallianwala Bagh in 1919. A brutal retaliation of a colonial government against unarmed and peaceful political protesters became the precursor for India’s independence. This tragic yet glorious part of our history is re-visited, this time in the context of the struggles waged by people in South Asia and the Diaspora.
The vantage point used to carry out this exploration connects our current situation as South Asians to our history where both the experiences of tyranny and of our resistance to it can be clearly seen.
Congratulations to Rajnish Dhawan, Satwinder Bains, the University of Fraser Valley, and all who contributed to this project for creating a documentary of such permanent value.
‘Dedicated to all of the unsung heroes who fought against tyranny and those who continue to rise against it.’
I would be happy to recommend this documentary to be viewed in high schools, colleges, universities, public libraries and community spaces.
Fauzia Rafique
*the term ‘Indian’ is used here to mean Indians of South Asian origin.
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