Six films selected for award
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, February 16 2022:
Out of 28 entries for the 2nd International Manipuri Short Fiction Film Festival 2022 organised by Ipak Films Productions Manipur under Film Forum Manipur and sponsored by Department of Social Welfare, six have been selected for presentation of awards.
Briefing the media at Social Welfare Department on Wednesday, director Ng Uttam said that the main reason for sponsoring the short film festival is to provide an opportunity to talented film makers of the state to make movies which will enrich the society with valuable themes and create awareness on various social issues.
He revealed that in all, 28 entries were received from different states and countries including Assam, Tripura and Bangladesh, out of which the selection committee picked out six films namely 'Emagi Ibungo' directed by Gyanand, 'Shangbannaba Atiya' directed by Khuraijam Rajesh, 'Thawanmichak' directed by SatishMoirangthem, 'Angouba Uful' directed by Krishna Mani Mutum Ratan Kumar Sharma, 'Ibok' directed by Seityabati (Elangbi) and 'Lambi' directed by B Roji Devi forthe awards.
The awards ceremony will be held on February 21 at MSFDS Auditorium, Palace Compound, he added.