The Legacy from Beyond Trailer - A Master of Design Thesis Documentary Film

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IIT Hyderabad congratulates Mr Harsh Raj Gond, MDes (2023), Department of #Design, for his Master of Design Thesis Documentary Film "The Legacy from Beyond", for receiving recognitions at National and International Film Festivals.
Harsh has worked under the supervision of Ms Ankita Roy (Department of Design) and expressed gratitude to his mentor for her continuous support.
Details of recognitions, credits and backdrop!
The top 3 festivals where film has been selected/ awarded are:
- Official Selection at Rajasthan International Film Festival 2024
- Best Artist showcase award for documentary film at Western Canadian International Film Festival 2023
- Best Tribal Documentary award at Vindhya International Film Festival 2024
Other selections/awards are:
- Best Documentary & Cinematography Award, Mokkho International Film Festival, India
- Official Selection, Madurai International Documentary and Short Film Festival, India
- Official Selection, Chennai International Documentary and Short Film Festival, India
- Finalist, Madras Independent Film Festival, India
- Quarter Finalist, Student World Impact Film Festival, United States
- Official Selection, Lift off Global Network, United States
- Official Selection, Steve Aronson International Film Festival, United States
- Official Selection, Western Canadian International Film Festival, Canada
- Official Selection, Chalachitram National Film Festival, India
- Best Artist Showcase, Western Canadian International Film Festival, Canada
- Considered for shortlist under 1000 films, Student Academy Award, United States
- Featured by Kalamkaari Film Festival Magazine, India
- Official Selection, Documentary section at Rajasthan International Film Festival, India
The film has received 5 awards and 14 official selections and is still counting nationally and internationally.
Synopsis of the film:
Two indigenous artists are actively creating Gond art even today. Despite facing numerous hardships and challenges, they are committed to carrying forward the legacy established by a legendary Gond artist, the Late Shri Jangarh Singh Shyam.
Overview of the film:
The film begins with the late Shri Jangarh Singh Shyam, an artist who pioneered Gond art and initiated the art form. It explores the perspectives of his family on his art and how they are promoting it. Alongside this, the film provides a significant glimpse into the lives of two artists who, fueled by passion and facing challenges, are creating Gond art. They are simultaneously engaged in farming and other activities to sustain their households. Gond art is an exceptionally unique tribal art that has gained considerable fame. However, in recent times, there has been a pressing need to uplift this art form to ensure that artists find employment and can pass down this art to future generations. The film narrates the lives, passions, and challenges of these artists, offering a genuine portrayal of their art and experiences.
Declaration from maker:
As a member of the Gond art community, my lifelong aspiration has been to illuminate the world of Gond art. I envisioned creating a film that captures the authenticity of Gond artists and their enchanting world, characterized by its beauty, hardships, struggles, and unwavering passion. This film became a reality with the participation of Artists Banwali and Rajumari, who continue to reside in the village and uphold the traditional way of life, endeavouring to carry forward the artistic legacy established by the legendary Gond artist Late Shri Jangarh Singh Shyam.
Cast & Crew:
Written, Directed & Edited - Harsh Raj Gond
Project Guide - Prof. Ankita Roy
Film Assistant - Dhruv Parashar
Music Composer - Divya Rajparia
Subtitles - Akanksha Pansare, Dipti Chourasia
The film is scheduled to be released on an OTT platform in 2024!