1. After 23 years, Kashmiri cinema is finding its voice again

After 23 years, Kashmiri cinema is finding its voice again

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  • Kashmiri cinema is seeing a revival after more than two decades, with local films drawing packed crowds in Srinagar.
  • The first International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir showcased local filmmakers, with three of five J&K entries winning awards.
  • Local filmmakers have talent and stories, but Kashmir still lacks film schools, professional post-production facilities and equipment.
  • The Valley is increasingly telling its own stories, moving beyond films focused only on conflict and Kashmir’s landscapes.

Source: theprint.in

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