“I Am Nothing” Documentary on Vamona Navelcar Premieres to Acclaim in Lisbon

I Am Nothing (2025), a deeply moving documentary chronicling the life of acclaimed Goan artist Vamona Navelcar, premiered to a captivated audience on September 5th at the prestigious Museu Do Oriente in Lisbon, Portugal. Directed by Ronak Kamat, with an original score by Ashley Fernandes and produced by Gurudas Kamat under 99 Petals MediaWorld, the hour-long film delivered an emotionally rich and visually arresting portrayal of an artist who defied borders and time.

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With over 50 attendees filling the auditorium, the film was received with resounding success, sparking heartfelt responses, particularly from those who knew Navelcar during his transformative years in Mozambique and Portugal. The intimate setting of the museum, coupled with the personal and reflective nature of the film, created an atmosphere of reverence and nostalgia.

The documentary masterfully weaves together archival footage, personal letters, interviews, and artwork to paint a full picture of Navelcar—not just as an artist, but as a philosopher, teacher, and spiritual seeker. His journey from Goa to Mozambique, and eventually to Portugal, mirrors the complex intersections of art, exile, and identity, all of which are explored in the film with empathy and visual grace.

The Lisbon screening marks a significant milestone for the project, offering a meaningful return to a city that was once Navelcar’s creative and emotional home. The event drew not only art lovers and film enthusiasts but also members of the Goan and Lusophone communities, many of whom found the experience deeply personal.

I Am Nothing stands as a cinematic tribute to an artist who remained committed to his values and vision, often at great personal cost. The film’s title, taken from one of Navelcar’s own philosophical reflections, echoes throughout the narrative, offering viewers not just a biography, but a meditation on humility, resilience, and artistic truth.

With the Lisbon premiere complete, I Am Nothing is expected to continue its festival journey and wider public release, bringing Vamona Navelcar’s story to new audiences across the globe.