Joseph's Son
| Joseph's Son | |
|---|---|
 Promotional poster | |
| Josephki Macha | |
| Directed by | Haobam Paban Kumar |
| Written by | Sudhir Naoroibam Haobam Paban Kumar |
| Based on | Footballer, David |
| Produced by | National Film Development Corporation Limited |
| Starring | Rewben Mashangva |
Running time | 83 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Manipuri |
Joseph's Son (Meitei: Josephki Macha) is a Manipuri film released in 2023.[1] It is based on a true story and features Rewben Mashangva. The film was directed by Haobam Paban Kumar[2] and produced by the National Film Development Corporation Limited, with Oli Pictures as a co-producer. The screenplay was written by Sudhir Naoroibam, a Sahitya Akademi Award winner, alongside Haobam.[3] It is based on Sudhir Naoroibam's short story with the same title.[4]
The film premiered at the 25th Shanghai International Film Festival in June 2023,[5] where it was the only Indian film among 11 competing for the Golden Goblet Award.[6][7]
Synopsis
[edit]Joseph's Son follows the story of Joseph, a highlander caught in the midst of ethnic clashes as he searches for his missing son. The film portrays Joseph's escalating fear and anxiety as he grapples with the turmoil of ongoing conflict and his personal concerns. David, Joseph's son, is a dedicated footballer who has not returned home. His absence prompts his mother to persuade Joseph to undertake the search for him. After exhausting all avenues with David's friends and finding no leads, Joseph turns to the police for assistance. They inform him that a body in the Imphal morgue may belong to David, and that he needs to verify the identity of the body in person. Despite his reservations and the daunting nature of the journey, Joseph reluctantly embarks on the long and arduous trip to Imphal. The film delves into Joseph's emotional and physical challenges as he confronts the possibility of a tragic outcome while navigating the chaos surrounding him.[3]
Screening
[edit]In November 2023, Joseph's Son was selected for screening at the 29th Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF), which took place on December 5, 2023. At this festival, the film it won the Special Jury Award in the Indian Language Films category.[8][9][10] It was also featured at the 28th International Film Festival of Kerala 2023 in Thiruvananthapuram.[11] Additionally, the film was one of 14 nominees for the Alternativa Film Awards 2023 in Kazakhstan.[12]
References
[edit]- ^ "Manipur: Haobam Paban Kumar's film 'Joseph ki Macha' to premiere at Shanghai Int'l Film Fest". www.eastmojo.com. Retrieved 2024-09-20.
- ^ "Haobam Paban Kumar: Voice from the Valley". Open The Magazine. 2022-05-13. Archived from the original on 2024-05-20. Retrieved 2024-08-04.
- ^ a b "Filmmaker Haobam Paban Kumar's 'Joseph's Son' to premiere at Shanghai film fest". The Times of India. 2023-06-05. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 2024-09-06. Retrieved 2024-08-04.
- ^ Guru Aribam Naocha. "Haobam Paban Kumar's Joseph's Son to have Indian Premiere as well as to compete with 11 Films in Kolkata International Film Festival 2023". Imphal Times. Retrieved 2024-09-20.
- ^ Singh, Bikash (2023-06-10). "Manipuri film 'Joseph ki Macha' to premiere at Shanghai International Film Festival". The Economic Times. ISSN 0013-0389. Archived from the original on 2024-08-03. Retrieved 2024-08-04.
- ^ "Entry for Golden Goblet Awards | JOSEPH'S SON: Long Shorts for Wrath Pervading Homeland". www.siff.com. Archived from the original on 2024-09-06. Retrieved 2024-08-04.
- ^ "Haobam Paban Kumar's Manipuri film 'Joseph ki Macha' to premiere at Shanghai International Film Festival". NORTHEAST NOW. 2023-06-10. Archived from the original on 2024-09-06. Retrieved 2024-08-04.
- ^ "Insurgency: What's happening in Manipur, asks filmmaker". www.millenniumpost.in. 2023-12-13. Archived from the original on 2024-08-04. Retrieved 2024-08-04.
- ^ Naocha, Guru Aribam (2023-11-17). "Haobam Paban Kumar's Joseph's Son to have Indian Premiere as well as to compete with 11 Films in Kolkata International Film Festival 2023". News from Manipur - Imphal Times. Archived from the original on 2024-09-06. Retrieved 2024-08-04.
- ^ "Joseph Son bags Special Jury Award at 29th KIFF 2023". e-pao.net. Archived from the original on 2024-08-04. Retrieved 2024-08-04.
- ^ "Manipur film Joseph's Son to compete in 29th KIFF". The Times of India. 2023-11-19. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 2023-12-11. Retrieved 2024-08-04.
- ^ Akoijam, Jeet (2023-11-13). "Haobam Paban Kumar's Joseph 'S Son to compete for Alternative Film Awards 2023 in Kazakhstan". News from Manipur - Imphal Times. Archived from the original on 2024-08-04. Retrieved 2024-08-04.
External links
[edit]- Joseph's Son at IMDb