Review

Cinestaan Curates: A Letter From India celebrates the cultural richness of our country

The short monochrome film is an ode to the communities that reside in harmony with each other in Mattancherry, Kerala.

over 2 years ago — Sukhpreet Kahlon

Review

Cinestaan Curates: Baluji traces the indefatigable spirit and generosity of the blind sitarist

Baluji is an ode to a musician who embraced life despite the seemingly insurmountable hurdles in his path.

over 2 years ago — Sukhpreet Kahlon

Review

Cinestaan Curates: Kaliru is a hard-hitting documentary on the plight of pachyderms in India

The short documentary takes us to the heart of the human-animal conflict and makes an earnest plea for saving elephants in the wild.

over 2 years ago — Sukhpreet Kahlon

Review

Cinestaan Curates: Dayalu is a stark portrayal of desperation for survival in the city

The short film is an insightful reflection of society and the skewed opportunities it presents.

over 2 years ago — Sukhpreet Kahlon

Review

Cinestaan Curates: How She Moves is an ode to a beloved teacher and her resistance

The short documentary traces the inspiring life of Indu Mitha, one of the last remaining classical dance teachers in Pakistan.

over 2 years ago — Sukhpreet Kahlon

Review Malayalam

Cinestaan Curates: Folklore, myth and a love for stories come together in Kandittund!

Adithi Krishnadas’s animated film captures the fascinating personality of a man with a fertile imagination.

over 2 years ago — Sukhpreet Kahlon