Itanagar, Oct 1 (FN Bureau) The first edition of Ziro Film Festival-Music (ZFF-M) was officially launched on Tuesday at Saint Claret College, Ziro (SCCZ) in Arunachal Pradesh’s Lower Subansiri district. Organised by PWLO Entertainment in collaboration with the Department of Mass Communication, SCCZ, the festival is supported by the Union Ministry of Information & Broadcasting and the National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC), sources at the SCCZ said. ZFF-M is being held in conjunction with the two-day Ziro Literary Festival, which also commenced today. The launch featured several guests, including the state’s IPR Secretary, Nyali Ete, and representatives from the I&B Ministry. The IPR Secretary commended the organisers for their initiative in creating such a festival and encouraged young filmmakers to participate actively. In his speech, Ete emphasised the importance of networking within the filmmaking community, noting that many young filmmakers face budget constraints that hinder their progress. He highlighted the potential for knowledge sharing during discussions and workshops, which can aid young filmmakers in their growth.
The technical session of the festival kicked off with an engaging screening of ‘Songs of the Blue Hills,’ a film on Naga folk music, directed by Utpal Borpujari. This was followed by a masterclass on ‘Making Music for Film,’ led by renowned composer Marti Bharath, providing invaluable insights into the intricacies of film scoring. The audience was then treated to a screening of the critically acclaimed film ‘Whiplash,’ directed by Damien Chazelle, showcasing the dynamic relationship between music and storytelling. Editor Sanjeev Monga conducted a masterclass on ‘Pacing the Film: An Editor’s Role’, offering participants a deeper understanding of how editing shapes the rhythm and flow of cinematic narratives. The Ziro Film Festival-Music aims to attract filmmakers, musicians, and enthusiasts from across the country, fostering a sense of community and collaboration among artists in the coming editions.