Navrasa Duende returns with second edition of its World Classic Movie Festival this June
In an announcement that will delight cinema lovers, Navrasa Duende, a leading production house, is all set to host the second edition of its World Classic Movie Festival fromJune 22 to 24, 2018 at Siri Fort Auditorium in New Delhi. The three-day festival will feature a rare & rich ensemble of films by directors from around the world. Navrasa Duende wants to build a community of world cinema lovers and establish that classical movies can be the mainstream entertainment source.
The films that will be screened as part of the festival are: Fiddler on the Roof by Norman Jewison; Wild Strawberries by Ingmar Bergman; Children of Paradise by Marcel Carne; Ivan’s Childhood by Andrei Tarkovsky; Gone with the Wind by Victor Fleming; Throne of Blood by Akira Kurosawa; Jalsaghar by Satyajit Ray; Bicycle Thieves by Vittorio De Sica; and Doctor Zhivago by David Lean. The festival includes a collection of a vast variety of genres ranging from movies that were considered to be milestones of the neo-realistic cinema movement and also some of the blockbuster classic movies as well. These timeless movies have entertained film lovers across generations, also winning several accolades for their masterful storytelling and acting.
Commenting on the announcement, Dinesh B. Singh, Founder, Navrasa Duende, said “Over the years, some of these classics of world cinema have greatly influenced filmmakers in India and around the world. The timeless themes and memorable characters in these films have captured the hearts and imagination of viewers for several decades now. Cinema being a great medium through which one can explore other cultures and ideas and travel into very different worlds . It introduces people to a different way of life and new languages, offering an experience akin to travelling in dreams. We’re sure the films we have lined up to be screened at film festival will not only delight the connoisseurs, but also those who are looking to explore different genres of world cinema.”
The quest to explore diverse cultures and art forms, introduce them to global audiences, and create an impact on the lives of people is at the core of Navrasa Duende’s objectives as a production house. The organisation also aims to discover and promote young talent from the far-reaching corners of the globe, and to provide them with a platform to showcase their artistic flair. Through collaborations with global art groups and esteemed performers, Navrasa Duende looks forward to fostering an environment of thriving creativity.