The following prizes have been awarded in the category ‘Films made about Auroville and the Bioregion’:
Cinema Paradiso Award
‘TWO FLAGS’ by PANKAJ RISHI KUMAR
‘Two Flags’ receives the Cinema Paradiso for its deep insight into the lives of the Tamil-French community of Pondicherry and how the vagaries of politics, nations and citizenship affect them. The film resonates with audiences, local and international, while creating a historical archive of what is and what was.
Jury Award
‘SAINTS OF PONDICHERRY’ by OGYNYAN ENEV
Saints of Pondicherry wins the jury award for its sensitive portrayal of reviving the spirit of life in old age with love, sharing and caring. This documentary builds an expanse of humanity and kindness, critically needed in society today.
