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Ep.5 Professor Monia Acciari on Silent Indian Movies and Film Archiving | India Unarchived
How complicated is the process of film archiving—and how many films have we already lost, especially from India’s silent era? In this episode of India Unarchived, YIF students speak with Dr. Monia Acciari, Associate Professor at De Montfort University and Associate Director of the UK Asian Film Festival (Leicester), about the often-overlooked world of film preservation. From fragile reels to digital storytelling, they explore what it truly means to archive a film—not just the visuals, but the emotions, contexts, and cultural legacies that come with it. Tune in for a fascinating conversation on what we’ve lost, what’s at risk, and how we can reimagine the future of film heritage.
About India Unarchived
India Unarchived, produced by Ashoka University, explores the power of archives in remembering history. Through conversations with historians, archivists, and scholars, the podcast uncovers untold stories and highlights the significance of historical preservation. Created in collaboration with the Archives of Contemporary India and Young India Fellows (Class of 2025), Season 1 delves into history through the lenses of cinema, environment, public memory, and pivotal events.
Watch India Unarchived on YouTube (link)
Shot at AshokaX Studio
In collaboration with ELM Team 10 of YIF’ 25 and Archives of Contemporary India
About Ashoka University
Ashoka University is India’s leading liberal arts and sciences university with 3,000+ students, 21 research centers, and 5,500 alumni in 38 countries. Offering a transformative education rooted in diversity and innovation, Ashoka empowers its alumni to pursue higher education at top global institutions and excel in industries like consulting, technology, media, research, and the social sector. With a faculty-student ratio of 1:11, financial aid for 60% of students, and partnerships with 50+ global institutions, Ashoka exemplifies inclusivity and excellence.
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By Ashoka PodcastHow complicated is the process of film archiving—and how many films have we already lost, especially from India’s silent era? In this episode of India Unarchived, YIF students speak with Dr. Monia Acciari, Associate Professor at De Montfort University and Associate Director of the UK Asian Film Festival (Leicester), about the often-overlooked world of film preservation. From fragile reels to digital storytelling, they explore what it truly means to archive a film—not just the visuals, but the emotions, contexts, and cultural legacies that come with it. Tune in for a fascinating conversation on what we’ve lost, what’s at risk, and how we can reimagine the future of film heritage.
About India Unarchived
India Unarchived, produced by Ashoka University, explores the power of archives in remembering history. Through conversations with historians, archivists, and scholars, the podcast uncovers untold stories and highlights the significance of historical preservation. Created in collaboration with the Archives of Contemporary India and Young India Fellows (Class of 2025), Season 1 delves into history through the lenses of cinema, environment, public memory, and pivotal events.
Watch India Unarchived on YouTube (link)
Shot at AshokaX Studio
In collaboration with ELM Team 10 of YIF’ 25 and Archives of Contemporary India
About Ashoka University
Ashoka University is India’s leading liberal arts and sciences university with 3,000+ students, 21 research centers, and 5,500 alumni in 38 countries. Offering a transformative education rooted in diversity and innovation, Ashoka empowers its alumni to pursue higher education at top global institutions and excel in industries like consulting, technology, media, research, and the social sector. With a faculty-student ratio of 1:11, financial aid for 60% of students, and partnerships with 50+ global institutions, Ashoka exemplifies inclusivity and excellence.
Explore More About Ashoka University
Official Website: https://www.ashoka.edu.in
Apply to Ashoka Now: https://tinyurl.com/u7m6sf8w
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashokauniv/
Twitter: https://x.com/AshokaUniv
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/school/ashoka-university
Facebook: https://facebook.com/AshokaUniversity
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AshokaUniversity