Dear Rodinhoods
I recently participated in the ’60 seconds to fame’ short film contest organized by the ABILITY FOUNDATION as a part of the ABILITYFEST 2013. My film was one among the 45 films shortlisted for the finals (out of 250+ entries). The jury included Maniratnam, Sangeetha Gala (Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Associate), Radhika Sharathkumar and a few other notable film personalities. The screening was done at Satyam Cinemas, Chennai on 26th Sept. My film didn’t get an award, but I felt really honored on being among the shortlists. In fact, this is my first film and this has fuelled my passion to become a film maker.
Please watch the film (kind of an animatics movie) with the message of Inclusion of the differently abled people:
I wish to share one personal experience here:
When I was waiting to enter the Satyam Cinemas screen on the awards day along with my friend, there were about 150+ people of all ages around us. They were all talking to each other, but there was no noise at all. They were all ‘talking’ in the sign language. Yes, all of them were hearing and speech impaired. Myself and my friend felt really alienated there as we were the only ones who didn’t understand what was communicated. That was when I realized the true effect of what I’ve conveyed in my film. It will be hard for them to learn ‘our’ language. But, we can learn sign language by all means, even if we put a part of the effort we make to learn any foreign language.
Dear friends, kindly leave your suggestions.
asha chaudhry
hey saravana,
many congrats!!
i tell my six year old that taking part is more important than winning. because i truly believe that!
what i liked most is the sheer simplicity – this is a good way to teach able people sign language as well (suppose they need/wish to learn). there is an honest approach in your film and that comes out!
i have one suggestion – your frame towards the end with the entire alphabet and the sign language version is blurry – it needs to be crystal clear and STILL for a longer time (i know time is a constraint but try to adjust) – because that is the summary of your film!!!
all the best. an excellent attempt. keep making short films!!
saravana kumar
Thank you very much Asha, for all the encouraging words. This was my first film, and I’m glad it has been recognized at a huge platform. I’ll take up your suggestion and make that particular frame stand a little longer in the updated version. I wish to share one personal experience here:
When I was waiting to enter the Satyam Cinemas screen on the awards day along with my friend, there were about 150+ people of all ages around us. They were all talking to each other, but there was no noise at all. They were all ‘talking’ in the sign language. Yes, all of them were hearing and speech impaired. Myself and my friend felt really alienated there as we were the only ones who didn’t understand what was communicated. That was when I realized the true effect of what I’ve conveyed in my film. It will be hard for them to learn ‘our’ language. But, we can learn sign language by all means, even if we put a part of the effort we make to learn any foreign language.
Thanks a lot again for all the motivation, Asha!
asha chaudhry
my gosh – goosebumps! saravana…
pls add your personal experience in the post itself so it doesn’t get missed!!
Venkat. Gct
Hai Saravana Kumar,
This is Venkateshwaran from Chennai and I would like have a word with you regarding your MINI SCREENING HALL.
My Contact number is +91 9894193017, could you call me else let me know your number so that I can reach you.