Ambassador of the Republic of Peru to India, Javier Paulinich felicitating the winner of the short film competition. (DIPR Photo)
Kohima, December 7 (MExN): The Information and Public Relations Department, in association with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and Film Association Nagaland (FAN) held its 4th Nagaland Film Festival with His Excellency Javier Paulinich, Ambassador of Republic of Peru to India as the special guest at RCEMPA, Jotsoma, Kohima on December 7.
A film enthusiast himself, the Ambassador said that “making films is very important as films are an expression of our culture and it should be known everywhere.” A DIPR report said, Paulinich mentioned that there is a vast similarity between the Naga and Peruvian culture. The Ambassador informed that he will be sending some Peruvian movies to give insights on the culture and tradition of Peru.
Advisor to CM and Chairman, IDAN, Abu Metha said that Nagaland’s pride and message to the world goes out through our culture and heritage. The film festival is a significant event because through films, art, and creativity and through the imagination of people it brings the world to Nagaland. He added that it brings creative ideas and storytelling to our own backyard and provides access to our youths to witness world class cinemas. He hoped for the Nagaland Film industry to grow and upscale in order to tell our stories to the world. He asked the Naga film makers and the youth to take their imagination and tell the stories of the Naga people to the rest of the world.
Director, DIPR, Dzuvinuo Theunuo hoped that the two days of the film festival will be an eye opener for film enthusiasts and provide an avenue for filmmakers to express their creativity and explore different themes and genres. She hoped that the workshops, master classes, and panel discussions will offer valuable insights into the craft of filmmaking. She also said that Film festivals often feature a diverse range of films from different countries and cultures, which allows people to experience and appreciate cinema from various backgrounds, fostering cultural exchange and understanding.
The opening film that was aired was 'Nocturnal Burger' by Director Reema Maya. Six films were aired on the first day of the film festival and the Festival will conclude on December 8.
Short film competition promotes local talents
With the aim to promote upcoming local talents and provide them a platform at the biggest film event in Nagaland, the Department of Information & Public Relations, organised a short film competition on the occasion of the 4th Nagaland Film Festival, 2023.
The result of the competition was declared during the inaugural programme of the Fourth Nagaland Film Festival at RCEMPA, Jotsoma on December 7. Naga Cine Buzz won the competition for their entry “Crossroads of gratitude” while Esther Longkumer for “Through a child's eyes” and Team Tzuyim for “The Final Call” won the second and third position respectively. Imtisalang Ozukum won the consolation prize for “Brunt”.
The winning entries were given away with certificates and cash; winner- Rs 50,000, 2nd position - Rs 40,000, 3rd position - Rs 30,000 and consolation prize - Rs 20,000. Further, the winning entries will be screened during the Film Festival.
The themes for the competition included “A Moment in Time”, “Hidden Connections”, “Through a Child's Eyes”, “Invisible Struggles”, “The Power of Words”, “Parallel Realities”, “The Art of Survival” and “A Glimpse of Tomorrow” where the participants made a short film based on a theme.
