Sikkimese filmmaker Tribeny Rai’s debut feature Shape of Momos premiered at the 56th International Film Festival of India, offering a heartfelt portrayal of everyday life in Sikkim while highlighting the challenges of a nascent regional film industry.
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Kei Ishikawa Brings A Pale View of Hills to Life at the 56th IFFI, Goa
Japanese director Kei Ishikawa captivated IFFI audiences with A Pale View of Hills, his adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s novel, reflecting on memory, post-war identity, and the complexities of women’s stories across generations.
“This Tempting Madness” Team Unpacks Memory, Misogyny & Survival at IFFI 2025
At the IFFI press conference, the cast and crew of This Tempting Madness opened up about transforming a painful real-life story into a psychologically charged film. Director Jennifer Montgomery, producer Andrew Davis, and actors Suraj Sharma and Zenobia Shroff discussed trauma, memory, misogyny, and the responsibility of portraying truth with empathy.
WAVES Film Bazaar Launches in Goa, Celebrates Global Filmmaking Collaboration
The 19th edition of WAVES Film Bazaar opened in Goa, bringing together 300 film projects and delegates from over seven countries, highlighting innovation, collaboration, and India’s growing role as a global filmmaking hub.
Disney’s Bold Double Trailer Drop: Devil Wears Prada 2 & Toy Story 5 Smash 24-Hour View Records
Disney shook up traditional movie marketing with a surprise double trailer release for Devil Wears Prada 2 and Toy Story 5, with both films surpassing 140 million views in their first 24 hours. The highly anticipated reunion of the Devil Wears Prada cast delivered a massive 185M-view debut, while Pixar’s Toy Story 5 pulled in 142M views, driven by strong social buzz and excitement for the franchise’s return.
