The Kerala Chalachitra Academy decided not to screen six films at the IFFK after the Ministry of External Affairs raised objections, citing concerns over foreign policy and national security. Academy chairman Resul Pookutty denies political influence in the decision.
'Ours is a disaster movie with no big stars, songs or commercial ingredients.' 'Yet, it is Malayalam cinema's highest grosser.'
However, advisory committee chairman Adoor Gopalakrishnan insists he wants the fest to run smooth and hassle-free.
'He provokes you intellectually so hard that you really break out of your shell and come up with something creative.' 'He can extract a creation out of you, such is the power of Godard and his films.'
'I'd definitely wish that the audience of Kerala mature. There are a large number of people who welcome sexual scenes or content if it is in a foreign movie but they can't accept this in a regional movie. That attitude of hypocrisy has to change.'
Notes from the recent Keral film festival: how two great films handle the delicate issue of death.
Director Manoj Kana discusses the difficulties he faced to finance his film.
A lowdown on what's happening in the Malayalam film industry.
Dr Biju talks about the chances of his film at the Oscars.
Rajeev Srinivasan on one of the best film festivals in India.
Rajeev Srinivasan on one of the best film festivals in India.
The director is excited about her 14-minute film featuring Sreekumar and Nithya Menon.
'I didn't get any recognition in Kerala for this film and it has definitely hurt me. When the whole world is celebrating the return of Sanskrit, my state is busy ignoring it.' Vinod Mankara talks about his award-winning film, Priyamanasam.
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