A moment from the film

The screening will be followed by a conversation between Tagore and architect Nandini Somaya Sampat. Sampat tells us that architecture in any country is representative of its people and culture. “It focuses on critical regionalism paired with progressive lessons of modernism. So timelessness in architecture is, in essence, a story that continues to be relevant through the ages,” she explains. Sampat is looking forward to asking Tagore about the structure of the film; his 14-year-long journey with the script; and the unmissable parallel of Bangladesh’s evolution. “Details about the Parliament House will also be discussed — for instance, the synthesis of light and silence which is a vital marker of Kahn’s (1901-74) work.”

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The inspiring piece stars Oscar-nominated actor Debra Winger; Pritzker prize winner Doshi; and Kahn’s son, filmmaker Nathaniel Kahn. About her favourite bits from the film, Sampat shares that she likes how Tagore has bookended the piece. “He chose a powerful moment of Kahn’s life to bring this film alive. There’s always a sense of mystery and spirituality associated with the architect’s life — something that translates into his work, and Tagore captures it beautifully.”

On: Tomorrow; 5.30 pm to 8 pm 
At: National Gallery of Modern Art, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Fort. 
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