Tender is the Sight
| Tender is the Sight | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Torsha Banerjee |
| Written by | Torsha Banerjee |
| Cinematography | Aazaad, Torsha Banerjee |
| Edited by | Saptarsi Mondal |
Running time | 51:55 min |
| Country | India |
| Language | Bengali |
Tender is the Sight is a 2014 Bengali documentary directed by Torsha Bannerji and produced by Films Division of India.[1] It received the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film at the 62nd National Film Awards.[2][3] The film explores the perspective of a visually impaired boy, who perceives the world through sounds such as running trains, sewing machines, an ironsmith’s anvil, and a weaver’s loom.[4] It was selected for screening at the Indian Panorama 2015.[5]
Plot
The film revolves around Hassibullah, a young teenager who bravely confronts the challenges of living without sight since childhood. It portrays his unique perception of the world through sound, depicting his interpretations of space, time, seasons, and the physical motions of everyday life in a touchable world.[6][7][8]
Production
The filmmaker, Torsha Banerjee, spent considerable time showcasing the blind school, its students, and their daily routines. The story mainly centered around Hassibullah, a blind boy whom Torsha decided to accompany home. This journey allowed viewers to glimpse into Hassibullah's world and his distinct way of perceiving things.[9]
Awards
- Best Non-Feature Film[10][11]
- Best Audiography: Ateesh Chattopadhyay, Anindit Roy, Ayan Bhattacharya[10][12]
References
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- ^ "National Awards 2015, as it happened: Winners, wishes and more". India Today. Retrieved 2024-03-09.
- ^ Staff, Scroll (2016-01-28). "35 reasons to attend the biggest documentary festival that is on in Mumbai". Scroll.in. Retrieved 2024-03-09.
- ^ "Tender Is The Sight". Upperstall.com. 2015-06-03. Retrieved 2024-03-09.
- ^ "Sanskrit film to open Iffi's Indian panorama". The Times of India. 2015-11-05. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-09.
- ^ "Tender is The Sight". mib.gov.
- ^ "Tender Is The Sight". Upperstall.com. 2015-06-03. Retrieved 2024-03-09.
- ^ "big film fest by big school; Children watch the best in global cinema at ICFF" (PDF). Civic Society.
- ^ "Tender Is The Sight". Upperstall.com. 2015-06-03. Retrieved 2024-03-09.
- ^ a b "National Awards 2014 Winners". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-09.
- ^ V.P, Nicy (2015-03-24). "62nd National Film Awards Live: 'Court', Vijay, Kangana Ranaut Get Top Honours [Winners' List]". www.ibtimes.co.in. Retrieved 2024-03-09.
- ^ Staff, Scroll (2015-09-10). "Full text: National Award-winning filmmakers ask President to 'preserve invaluable FTII'". Scroll.in. Retrieved 2024-03-09.
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