Aatmapamphlet
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| Directed by | Ashish Avinash Bende |
| Screenplay by | Paresh Mokashi |
| Produced by | Bhushan Kumar Krishan Kumar Aanand L. Rai Kanupriya A. Iyer Madhugandha Kulkarni Shariq Patel |
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| Cinematography | Satyajeet Shobha Shriram |
| Edited by | Faisal Mahadik |
| Music by | Saket Kanetkar |
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Running time | 90 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Marathi |
Aatmapamphlet (transl. Autobio-Pamphlet) is an Indian Marathi-language coming of age film directed by Ashish Avinash Bende in his debut. Screenplay is by Paresh Mokashi and cinematography is by Satyajit Shobha Sriram. The film is jointly produced by T-Series, Colour Yellow Productions and Zee Studios.[1]
Atmapamplet was screened at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival, where nominated to compete for the Generation 14plus Award.[2][3] The film was theatrically released on 6 October 2023.[4]
Plot
[edit]Aatmapamphlet, a satirical biographical film, unveils 10-year-old Ashish in India of 1990s. His accidental hand-hold with Srushti sparks innocent love. Amidst socio-political shifts, the story navigates personal, familial, and societal transformations. Join Ashish's introspective quest for life's purpose, humorously presented through a child's eyes. A roller-coaster of soul-searching in a nostalgic tale.
Cast
[edit]- Om Bendkhale as Ashish
- Manas Tondwalkar as young Ashish
- Roomani Khare as Srishti
- Pranjalii Shrikant as younger Srishti
- Khushi Hajare as youngest Srishti
- Chetan Wagh as Borya
- Bhimrao Mude as Baba
- Ketaki Saraf as Aai
Production
[edit]Development
[edit]The film originated from the personal anecdotes shared by Ashish Avinash Bende, reflecting his experiences as a Dalit boy in Pune. Encouraged by Paresh Mokashi and Madhugandha Kulkarni, Bende translated these stories into a script, spurred by an ultimatum from Kulkarni. The collaborative effort yielded two contrasting film treatments, with the final script chosen to align closely with Bende's vision.[5]
Casting
[edit]Casting for Aatmapamphlet focused on selecting actors capable of authentically portraying the camaraderie and challenges depicted in the script. Bende drew inspiration from his own circle of friends, ensuring a genuine representation of the characters' dynamics. The ensemble cast was chosen to embody the emotional depth and comedic elements essential to the narrative.[5]
Filming
[edit]Principal-photography was begun in March 2021. Filming of the film amidst the COVID-19 pandemic posed logistical challenges, yet the production team adapted with resilience and innovation. A meticulous shooting schedule and careful location selection facilitated efficient production despite restrictions. Using live streaming technology, Bende remotely supervised the shoot, maintaining real-time communication with the crew. Despite physical separation, the cast and crew fostered a cohesive atmosphere, resulting in a fulfilling and collaborative filming experience. The half of shooting was completed before second lockdown. The film was shot over 36 days around 37 locations.[5]
Reception
[edit]In the "Generation 14plus" section, the film was competed for the Crystal Bear and the film prize AG KINO GILDE 14plus.[6]
Accolades
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Nominee(s) | Result | Ref. |
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| 2023 | Asia Pacific Young Audience Award | Young Audience Award | Aatmapamplet | Won | [7] |
| 2023 | Berlin International Film Festival | Generation 14plus – Best Film | Ashish Avinash Bende | Nominated | [8] |
| 2023 | Indian Film Festival of Melbourne | Best Indie Film | Aatmapamphlet | Nominated | [9][10] |
| Best Director | Ashish Avinash Bende | Nominated |
References
[edit]- ^ "Marathi film 'Aatmapamphlet' to screen at Berlin International Film Festival". The New Indian Express. 19 January 2023. Archived from the original on 20 February 2023. Retrieved 4 April 2023.
- ^ Walid, Shayeza (23 February 2023). "Berlin Selection 'Aatmapamphlet' Details the Coming of Age of a Boy and of India". Variety. Archived from the original on 4 April 2023. Retrieved 4 April 2023.
- ^ Shackleton, Liz (20 February 2023). "Zee Studios' Shariq Patel On Push Into Web Series, Festival Films With Berlin Selections 'Brown' & 'Aatma Pamphlet'". Deadline. Archived from the original on 20 March 2023. Retrieved 4 April 2023.
- ^ "Aatmapamphlet : अतरंगी, तिरकस, विनोदी प्रेमकथा सांगणाऱ्या 'आत्मपॅम्फ्लेट'चा ट्रेलर आऊट". ABP Majha (in Marathi). 17 September 2023. Archived from the original on 19 September 2023. Retrieved 19 September 2023.
- ^ a b c Halve, Anushka (28 March 2024). "The Director Who Worked From Home: The Making of Aatmapamphlet". Filmcompanion.in. Archived from the original on 7 April 2024. Retrieved 8 June 2024.
- ^ "Weitere Preise". www.berlinale.de (in German). Archived from the original on 17 February 2023. Retrieved 4 April 2023.
- ^ "'आत्मपॅम्फ्लेट' चित्रपटाला 'एशिया पॅसिफिक यंग ऑडियन्स अवॉर्ड', ७०हून अधिक देशांतील चित्रपटांमधून निवड". Time Maharashtra (in Marathi). 16 September 2023. Archived from the original on 15 October 2023. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
- ^ "Aanand L Rai, Bhushan Kumar, Zee Studios' Aatmapamphlet selected for Berlin International Film Festival 2023". Bollywood Hungama. 19 January 2023. Archived from the original on 4 April 2023. Retrieved 4 April 2023.
- ^ "Darlings, Kantara, Sita Ramam, Ponniyin Selvan 2 lead nominations for Indian Film Festival of Melbourne awards". The Indian Express. 14 July 2023. Archived from the original on 15 July 2023. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
- ^ "IFFM 2023 full winners list: Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan, Rani Mukerji, Sita Ramam win top honours". Hindustan Times. 11 August 2023. Archived from the original on 29 September 2023. Retrieved 29 September 2023.