Movie Description
The Story of the Swastika
(2013)Overview
In the week when Hindus celebrate the holy festival of Diwali, this documentary tells the story of one of their faith's most sacred symbols - the swastika. For many, the swastika has become a symbol synonymous with the Nazis and fascism. But this film reveals the fascinating and complex history of an emblem that is, in fact, a religious symbol, with a sacred past. For the almost one billion Hindus around the world, the swastika lies at the heart of religious practices and beliefs, as an emblem of benevolence, luck and good fortune.
Featured Crew
- Director : Anna Cox
- Producer : Anna Cox
- Cast : Anita Rani
Cast
Narrator
Facts
Original TitleThe Story of the Swastika
Status Released
Release Information
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2013-11-03
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 00h 30m
Homepagehttp://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b03h8rt2
Production CompaniesBBC
Genres
- Documentary