Pocket Films in association with NDTV Prime is all set to
launch a new show ‘Prime talkies with Pocket Films’ to showcase short films,
documentaries and other alternate content by young and aspiring film makers and
students. Starting 31st July, the show will be aired every Thursday
from 9.00 pm to 10.00 pm. Every episode will telecast 3- 4 films that are
critically acclaimed spread across various themes like love, passion,
patriotism, etc.
Pocket Films is India's leading aggregator and distributor
of alternate content that helps short films, documentaries, indie films, etc.,
find their target audience on internet and mobile platform. Their aim is to
provide a platform to upcoming and new filmmakers who are passionate about short
films and documentary genres and are looking for a window to showcase their
talent.
All big things have small beginnings’ is the core behind
every Pocket Films’ endeavor. ‘Prime talkies with Pocket Films’ is just what
the budding film makers need to get noticed and inch closer to a coveted big
break. This Pocket Films initiative along with NDTV Prime will prove to be an
encouraging pat on the back for many novice film makers and talented students.
Pocket Film’s portfolio of short films is studded with gems
like Tubelight Ka Chand and The Joy of Giving By Shlok Sharma, an Anurag
Kashyap Production film, Salt and Pepper by Mohinder Pratap Singh starring
Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Padmini Kolhapure, The Break Up by Bahaish Kapoor and
2B or Not 2B by Samvida Nanda among others.
According to Mr Saameer Mody, Managing Director, Pocket
Films, “Pocket Films along with NDTV is pleased to launch this initiative to
throw the spotlight on talented film makers on a national platform which will
prove to be a starting point to become big. The viewers too will benefit as
they will now be able to enjoy interesting stories offering varied perspectives
along with being entertained.”
Pocket Films has always been associated with promoting
talented film makers via various mediums. Screening of these films on
television is one big step in providing national visibility to such budding
talent.
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