Chanchisoa
| Chanchisoa | |
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Poster | |
| Directed by | Elvachisa Ch. Sangma Dipankar Das |
| Written by | Damebanri Mylliem Elvachisa Ch. Sangma |
| Produced by | Dr. Bhupen Hazarika Regional Government Film and Television Institute |
| Starring | Chee Achuo K Marak Chuansa Noga B Marak Greney Tamchi B Marak |
| Cinematography | Ajijul Islam Ramjyoti Krishnacharan Elvachisa Ch. Sangma |
| Edited by | Priyanuj Barman Dipankar Das Damebanri Mylliem Doyel Roy Colorist: Mahak Gupta |
| Music by | Mikhail Marak Sound design: Saptarshi Das |
Release date |
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Running time | 29 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Garo |
Chanchisoa (English: Expectation) is a 2024 Garo short film directed by Elvachisa Ch. Sangma and Dipankar Das.[1][2] It was premiered in the Indian Panorama section at the 55th International Film Festival of India.[3][4] The film was screened at the 18th Mumbai International Film Festival.[5] It was also showcased at the 2nd Eikhoigi Imphal International Film Festival in the North-East Currents strand.[6]
Synopsis
The film is set in the Garo hills of northeastern India, which is a matrilineal society. It depicts the financial struggles of a family. The mother works tirelessly but feels unsatisfied. Also, the father's endeavours to better their situation meet continuous setbacks. Their son, meanwhile, harbors ambitions of studying beyond their village.[7]
Cast
- Chee Achuo K Marak as Chian
- Chuansa Noga B Marak as Elder aunty
- Greney Tamchi B Marak as Younger aunty
- Nenjak Ch Marak as Grandmother
- Saldo Marak as Chian's friend
- Thengsal Marak as Chian's friend
- Balsrame A. Sangma as Mother
- Diwal M Sangma as Old man
- Rakran T Sangma as Father
Accolades
| Festival | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival 2024 | Best Short Film | Won | [8] |
| 18th Mumbai International Film Festival 2024 | Indian Documentary Producers Association Award for Best Student Film | Won | [9][10] |
References
- ^ "Garo docu wins best student film award at Mumbai int'l fest". Times of India. Retrieved 24 March 2025.
- ^ "IDPA award for Best Student Film Awarded to Garo Film Chanchisoa directed by Ms Elvachisa". spnewsagency.com. Retrieved 24 March 2025.
- ^ "Meghalaya: Garo film 'Chanchisoa' selected for 55th International Film Festival in Goa". India Today NE. Retrieved 24 March 2025.
- ^ "Garo film 'Chanchisoa' by Elvachisa Ch Sangma & Dipankar Das selected to be screened in Indian Panorama". Hub News. Retrieved 24 March 2025.
- ^ "IDPA Award for Best Student Film Awarded to Garo Film Chanchisoa". The North-East Affairs. Retrieved 24 March 2025.
- ^ Navin Upadhyay. "Imphal Film Festival Unveils Diverse Lineup with 57 Films, Showcasing Manipuri Classics". powercorridors.in. Retrieved 24 March 2025.
- ^ "Garo film 'Chanchisoa' among 77 contenders for National Award at Mumbai International Film Festival". India Today NE. Retrieved 24 March 2025.
- ^ "Garo film Chanchisoa wins award at 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival". Highland Post. Retrieved 24 March 2025.
- ^ "Garo Film "Chanchisoa" Wins IDPA Best Student Film Award At MIFF 2024". Northeast Today. Retrieved 24 March 2025.
- ^ "Garo film "Chanchisoa" wins Best Student Film Award at MIFF 2024". Hub News. Retrieved 24 March 2025.
External links
- Chanchisoa at IMDb