NFDC Unveils Diverse Non-Feature Film Selection

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Diverse Non-Feature Film Selection

Diverse Non-Feature Film: The National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) has recently disclosed the official selection of non-feature films, specifically in the documentary section, for the Co-Production Market of Film Bazaar. This selection consists of a varied array of 12 projects, displaying diversity in 17 languages. These projects originate from seven different countries, including India, Germany, Japan, Portugal, Russia, Sri Lanka, and South Korea.

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A Variety of Languages and Themes: Diverse Non-Feature Film

These chosen projects encompass a range of languages, such as Assamese, Bengali, Bhojpuri, English, Gujarati, Haryanvi, Hindi, Korean, Ladakhi, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Sinhala, Sindhi, Tamil, and Urdu. Furthermore, they span various developmental stages and delve into fresh, thought-provoking themes.

The Significance of the Documentary Co-Production Market

The Documentary Co-Production Market serves as a pivotal hub for filmmakers in search of commissioning, financing, and co-producing partners. Its core objective is to simplify the process for these filmmakers to gain access to opportunities that enable them to bring authentic and captivating stories to a global audience. The selected projects will have the chance to present their concepts, form connections with industry professionals, and collaborate with them at Film Bazaar, thereby transforming their creative visions into reality.

Shri Prithul Kumar, the Film Festival Director, IFFI & Film Bazaar, Joint Secretary (Films) & MD, NFDC, emphasized the introduction of the non-feature section this year. This introduction was a response to the burgeoning global interest in documentary films. The goal is to foster connections between South Asian documentary projects and international producers, distributors, sales agents, and financiers.

Exploring a Wide Range of Themes: Diverse Non-Feature Film

The NFDC encouraged applications from projects that celebrate human stories from a variety of fields, including, but not limited to, environment and sustainability, science and technology, urbanization, love and borders, important cultural figures, education, anthropology, women’s movements, gender and sexuality, children, music, arts and culture, health, mental health, and wildlife.

An Overwhelming Response: Diverse Non-Feature Film

The NFDC received an overwhelming response, with 98 applications coming in from 15 countries, spanning 32 languages. The curated inclusion of these projects in the Co-Production Market will add significant value to the Film Bazaar, facilitating fruitful collaborations that transcend genre, geography, language, voice, and identity. The NFDC looks forward to witnessing the successful outcomes of these projects through the Bazaar.

Meet the Selected Projects of 2023: Diverse Non-Feature Film

Here’s a glimpse of the diverse and promising projects selected for the Co-Production Market in 2023:

1) BECOMING | India, South Korea

Director and Producer – Vineeth Menon | WHITE HORSE FILMS

Vineeth Menon, a versatile director with experience in various roles in the Hindi and international film industries, is passionate about bringing thought-provoking narratives to life.

Producer – Rohan K. Mehta | WHITE HORSE FILMS

Rohan K. Mehta, with a background in visual communication, has worked in various roles, gaining a holistic understanding of filmmaking as a practical medium.

Producer – Rory O’Donovan | WHITE HORSE FILMS

Rory O’Donovan, a British-Irish lawyer based in London, is venturing into film production. He has a keen interest in India’s indigenous cultures and practices.

2) HOTI KATWA AUR UTTAR BHARAT KE ANYA ADHUNIK MITH | India

Director – Apoorva Jaiswal

Apoorva Jaiswal is deeply interested in gender politics in everyday conversations and visual media. She has worked on multiple documentaries and short films.

Producer – Prateek Bagi | RAGING FILMS

Prateek Bagi, an alumnus of the Department of Film Producing, has successfully executed numerous film and non-fiction productions.

3) DOWNHILL KARGIL | India

Director & Producer – Nupur Agrawal | AUTUMNWOLVES MEDIA LLP

Nupur Agarwal is a non-fiction filmmaker who has explored how everyday lives intertwine with borders in the Indian subcontinent.

4) FAIR-HOME FAIRY-TALES | India

Director – Sourav Sarangi

Sourav Sarangi is a prominent filmmaker from South Asia known for his compelling storytelling and exploration of culture and human experiences.

Producer – Miriam Chandy Menacherry | FILAMENT PICTURES

Miriam Chandy Menacherry is dedicated to creating social documentaries that have won international acclaim.

5) FINDING LANKA | India, Sri Lanka

Director(s) – Nila Madhab Panda & Vimukthi Jayasundara

Nila Madhab Panda is an award-winning director known for addressing India’s pressing social issues through his films.

Vimukthi Jayasundara, born in 1977 in Sri Lanka, is known for his award-winning directorial debut, “The Forsaken Land.”

6) HABASPURI WEAVING (THE SECOND AND LAST DEATH) | India

Director – Mayur Mahapatra

Mayur Mahapatra is an experienced Film Director and Cinematographer who has worked on acclaimed short documentaries and films.

Producer – Biswanath Rath | BNR FILMS LLP

Biswanath Rath is an award-winning writer, director, and producer with a focus on creating awareness about lesser-known socio-cultural issues.

7) RAGA ROCK -THE

JAZZ ODYSSEY OF BRAZ GONSALVES | India, Germany, Portugal

Director & Producer – Nalini Elvino de Sousa | LOTUS FILM & TV PRODUCTION

Nalini Elvino de Sousa is known for directing documentaries that highlight cultural heritage and social themes.

8) THE UNLIKELY HERO | India

Director – Ishani Roy

Ishani Roy started her filmmaking career in documentaries and has a background in cinematography.

Producer – Nisheeth Kumar | INDIE FILM COLLECTIVE PVT LTD

Nisheeth Kumar is an executive director with a focus on creating awareness about socio-cultural issues.

9) THE VILLAGE GIRL WHO RAN | India

Director(s) – Alvina Joshi & Rahul Rabha

Alvina Joshi is an accomplished Director and Editor with a passion for creating collaborative spaces and exploring the cultural heritage of communities.

Rahul Rabha is a Sound Designer with experience working on a variety of films and documentaries.

Producer(s) – Alvina Joshi & Banazer Akhter | MOPED FILMS

Alvina Joshi is an experienced Director and Editor, while Banazer Akhter has worked as an executive producer for various projects.

10) TOKORA SORAI’R BAAH (A WEAVER BIRD’S NEST) | India

Director(s) – Alvina Joshi & Rahul Rabha

Alvina Joshi, a Director and Editor, is known for her documentary work, while Rahul Rabha is a Sound Designer with experience in various films and documentaries.

Producer(s) – Alvina Joshi & Banazer Akhter | MOPED FILMS

Alvina Joshi is an experienced Director and Editor, while Banazer Akhter has worked as an executive producer for various projects.

11) WHO AM I | India

Director – Sasi Kumar

Sasi Kumar started his career as an assistant director and has directed various films and documentaries.

Producer – Suresh Nair | 9 FRAMES

Suresh Nair is a producer with a track record of producing high-quality documentary content.

12) WOMEN OF FIRE | India

Director – Anushka Meenakshi

Anushka Meenakshi is interested in collaborative spaces and music created in communities.

Producer – Tarun Saldanha | BANDOBAST FILMS

Tarun Saldanha is known for producing high-quality documentary content.

These projects promise to offer unique perspectives on a wide range of topics and themes. The Co-Production Market of Film Bazaar provides a platform for these projects to connect with potential partners and bring their impactful stories to a global audience. We look forward to the creative and thought-provoking documentaries that will emerge from this exciting lineup.

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