“Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know” was selected at the 77th Cannes Film Festival.
Recently, Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) student Chidanand Naik’s film “Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know” has been selected in the ‘La Cinef’ competitive section of the 77th Cannes Film Festival, France.
About the movie “Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know”
- The film was selected from a total of 2,263 films submitted by film schools around the world.
- The film is one of 18 short films (14 live-action and 4 animated films).
- It is the only Indian film selected in the ‘La Cinéf’ section of Cannes.
- On May 23, at the Buñuel Theatre, the jury will present the La Cinef Award in a ceremony before the screening of the honored films.
- “Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know” is the story of an older woman who steals the village’s rooster, causing chaos in the community. A prophecy is enacted to bring the chicken back, sending the old woman’s family into exile.
77th Cannes Film Festival
- Event – 15 May to 24 May 2024
- ‘La Cinéf’ is the official section of the 77th Cannes Film Festival, which aims to encourage new talent and recognize films from schools around the world.
About Film and Television Institute of India (FTII)
- Establishment: year 960
- It is one of the most prestigious film production houses in India.
- It is located in Pune.
- It works under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of the Government of India.
- FTII offers various courses in film direction, acting, film writing, editing, camera, word recording etc.
What is the name of Chidanand Naik’s film selected in the ‘La Sinef’ competitive section of the 77th Cannes Film Festival of France?
Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know
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