GOA in FILM @Sunaparanta, four-day film festival May 22-26, 2019 Sunaparanta -- Goa Centre for the Arts is organising a four-day Film Festival GOA in FILM @Sunaparanta from 22nd May 2019. The focus of the festival is on documentaries and features made by Goan filmmakers on Goan themes and nine selected films will be screened over these four days at the Sunaparanta amphitheater.
Screening schedule is as below: WEDNESDAY, 22 MAY 2019 Film: A Cold Summer Night (2018) Directed by: Yash Sawant Duration: 21 mins An ordinary night starts to turn wildly dramatic for Ketan, a Maharashtrian migrant, when an anonymous attack on his car congregates excessive attention in the conformist Goan neighbourhood. Dreadful coldness knocks when the entire locality is calling out to Ketan and he’s stuck with his paramour in his small rented room while his pregnant wife is away at her parent's house. *** Film: Scars (2017) Written & Directed by: Ronak Kamat Duration: 17 mins After completing his time for a case of robbery, a young boy returns from Juvenile Detention Centre to spend the night with his moralistic elder brother and wife. The relationship with his brother however, has turned sour. 'Scars' is a film about the silences that transpire from strained relationships. Will there be forgiveness? *** FRIDAY, 24 MAY 2019 Film: Remembering Kurdi (2016) Director & Cinematographer: Saumyananda Sahi Run-Time: 64 mins 'Remembering Kurdi' witnesses the brief resurfacing of a census town submerged for three decades by the Salaulim dam, in Goa. Through the explorations of a young man and woman in search of their ancestral home and history, the film is an allegory for the universal quest to preserve memory and so also a sense of belonging. *** Film: Saxtticho Koddo (2017) Director & Cinematography: Vince Costa Run-Time: 38 mins An ethnographic film that journeys through Curtorim's agrarian roots, in an effort to go beyond rice as a staple, and explore how it is interwoven so intricately into the Goan identity. *** SATURDAY, 25 MAY 2019 Film: Caazu (2015) Directed by: Ronak Kamat Run-Time: 8 mins Told through the perspectives of three local cashew liquor distillers, 'Caazu' is a film about the struggles of the traditional alcohol industry and the role played by major liquor companies in their plight. *** Film: Juze (2017) Written, Produced & Directed by: Mirandha Naik Run-Time: 94 mins RuBoribmol, a village in Goa with a large immigrant population, is ruled by an abusive, thuggish bully, Juze, known as the ‘Slum Landlord’. His appetite for violent intimidation keeps his immigrant workforce submissive, even when his roving eye extends to their women. Santosh, a 16-year old boy, is not intimidated. His determination to continue with his classes remains constant in spite of regular beatings from Juze. As events build to breaking point, Santosh’s passive resistance evolves into the determination to confront Juze and finally achieve freedom from fear. *** SUNDAY, 26 MAY 2019 Film: Amchem Cantar Hanv Gaitam (2015) Directed by: Ruth Lobo Run-Time: 50 mins A deeper look into the joyful and sometimes wistful tunes reveals a glimpse into the complexity of the Goan identity and way of life. The film tries to present the beauty of the music and explores the stories behind these eternal compositions. *** Film: Dances of Goa (2013) Directed by: Nalini Elvino de Sousa Run-Time: 20 mins Travelling through the villages of Goa, a team of youngsters unveil the rich culture of Goa, through dance. A journey that explores the basic lifestyle, rituals, beliefs, customs and costumes of the Goan village that should not be forgotten. *** Film: Shifting Sands (2013) Produced & Directed by: Sonio Filinto Run-Time: 28 mins Shifting Sands explores the life of the fishing community in Calangute, a popular tourist village in Goa, India. The lure of fish appeals to locals and visitors alike but is the lure of fishing still a draw? The film gives voice to community members - how they perceive themselves, their trade and the constantly changing life around them. Screenings: 6.35 pm onwards at Sunaparanta Amphitheatre * Film presentation by Directors * Post screening discussions moderated by Frederick Noronha, Journalist * Entry free and open to all. Details from: Sunaparanta - Goa Centre for the Arts 63/C-8, Near Army House, Altinho, Panaji-Goa 403 001 Phone: 91-832-2421311 Email: i...@sgcfa.org Website: http://www.sgcfa.org