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Rima Das
Director & Producer
The world often imposes rules on us about how things are to be done. We fear of the consequences when we face challenges. But everyone has their own journey, a different story to tell. It’s only when you overcome your fears and realise your true potential that you can break free. And when you are free, magic happens.
2018
INDIA'S OFFICIAL ENTRY TO OSCARS 2019
Awarded Golden Gateway at Mumbai International Film Festival, won National Film Award for Best Feature 2018, was India's Official Entry to the Academy Awards 2019
2019
Awarded Special Mention - Generation 14plus at Berlin International Film festival, Golden Gateway at Mumbai International Film Festival, among other honours
2022
First Indian film to be part of Platform section at Toronto International Film Festival, named after Jia Zhangke's second feature the competition section celebrates auteurs
Cinema
Cinema gave me a canvas where I can go back in time and rectify the past, interpret the present and imagine the future. It gives me the freedom to create my own world. Which is why, through my films, I like to delve into the psychological conflicts of the human mind that manifest both internally and externally.
Driven by the desire to tell the story, despite the limited resources I took on the roles of Writer, Director, Cinematographer and Editor making Village Rockstars fiercely independently. Since then I have made films with a small team in Assam and with full-fledged crews in India and abroad telling realistic stories that explore complicated relationships, finding purpose, coming of age, life amidst nature.
Community
I believe it's important to be grateful for what you have and trying to give back to the society. I have been part of initiatives that raise awareness regarding preserving nature and endangered species... Although, small beginnings it's positive to see the community at work trying to bring about a change. Besides, I am also keen on working towards empowering children, youth and women in rural areas through awareness programs, film screenings and skill development.
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