The director's words make it clear that the global film community expects that India will not push forward a mediocre and “vulgar” film.
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In a Young Muslim Man’s Courage, a Lesson for Us All
It is not surprising that the Manipal Institute of Technology student's classmates kept silent as he stood up to his bigoted teacher. That is the nature of our nation …
‘Kashmir Files’ a ‘Propaganda, Inappropriate, Vulgar Movie’ Says IFFI 2022 Jury Head
Speaking at the closing ceremony, the Israeli filmmaker Nadav Lapid said "all of them [jury members]" were "disturbed and shocked" to see the film screened at the festival.
Watching ‘Casablanca’, Even After 80 Years, We Remain in Awe of Its Simplicity – And Profound Depth
Casablanca’s legacy is long-lasting. Today, it ranks third on the American Film Institute’s 100 best movies of the last 100 years, and it is one of the most referenced …
A Primer For Urban Professionals in a Floundering Democracy
No matter how much one feels one is doing to contribute to a democratic movement, there is always more that can be done.
Tamil Nadu: 10 Months On, a Dalit Woman Professor Fights for Justice in Sexual Harassment Case
The professor at Government Arts College, Ooty says the authorities have been working in cahoots with her harasser to prove her wrong. She was even transferred out of the …
There Is Also an India in Which Comedians Are Shut Down…
Vir Das's 'two Indias' monologue in the US has landed him in the crosshairs of right-wing groups. They have succeeded in creating an atmosphere where organisers will hesitate in …
Football Fans in India Left Fuming Over Poor Broadcast Quality of FIFA World Cup 2022
Fans trying to watch the opening game between Qatar and Ecuador on the Jio Cinema app complained of incessant buffering and breaks in playback, despite having excellent internet connectivity …
Pakistan Bans Movie ‘Joyland’, its Official Entry for the Oscars
The film is about a man who falls in love with a transgender woman.
Seoul Halloween Crush: Understanding the Science of Crowds Could Help Prevent Disasters
A better understanding of how crowds work is vital as more of the world’s population move to cities.