Noida: The 16th edition of the Global Film Festival Noida (GFFN) showcased the rich cultural exchange between India and Georgia through the Indo-Georgia Film and Cultural Forum, an initiative by ICMEI- International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry in collaboration with the Embassy of Georgia. The festival took a momentous step in promoting artistic ties between the two nations by presenting an Award of Distinction to the feature film \u201cCitizen Saint\u201d from Georgia.<\/p>\n
Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Festival President and Chancellor of AAFT University of Media & Arts, expressed his delight in fostering strong cultural bonds between India and Georgia through various activities initiated by the Indo-Georgia Film and Cultural Forum. He noted, \u201cWe have been trying our best to have a large number of activities to show that we are best friends.\u201d<\/p>\n
Lasha Jaoaridze, Charge d\u2019Affaires of the Embassy of Georgia, extended gratitude to the 16th Global Film Festival for providing a platform to showcase the Georgian film and bringing the rich cultural heritage of Georgia closer to India.<\/p>\n
The spotlight of the first day of the festival was on the Georgian film \u201cCitizen Saint,\u201d directed by Tinatin Kajrishvili. The film unfolds the intriguing narrative of a saint\u2019s statue on a cross in a Georgian mining town that mysteriously vanishes when a stranger appears. The superstitious residents, interpreting the disappearance as a divine occurrence, believe the saint is now among them. The film features a talented cast including Levan Berikashvili, George Babluani, and Mari Kitia.<\/p>\n
The screening of \u201cCitizen Saint\u201d left film enthusiasts, cinephiles, and aspiring filmmakers thrilled, providing them with a unique glimpse into the cultural tapestry of Georgia.<\/p>\n
In recognition of the film\u2019s excellence, Dr. Sandeep Marwah presented an Award of Distinction to Lasha Japaridze, Charge d\u2019Affaires Embassy of Georgia, during a ceremony at the festival. The prestigious award was accompanied by a festival memento, symbolizing the festival\u2019s acknowledgment of outstanding contributions to global cinema.<\/p>\n
The 16th Global Film Festival Noida continues to be a dynamic platform for cultural exchange, celebrating the diversity and creativity of filmmakers from around the world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"