Short Film Award Ceremony

About the Event:

Prof.E.Suresh Paul, HoD, Dept. of Media Arts, Visual Communication, & Multimedia and Animation:

Many events happen around the world to acknowledge the mainstream media ventures, but a few recognize the importance of alternative entertainment in changing the world. Dept. of Media Arts, Loyola College has been conducting the Short Film competitions in association with Parivu Magazine for the past five years. The competition is conducted for the College and University students in Tamil Nadu.

Short Film Competition 2017:

The Dept. of Media Arts announced the competition this year in January. The response was immediate and overwhelming. More than 40 short films came in to compete from throughout the state.

Jury:

Audience are the apt judges. The film-making students of the Media Department along with the professors evaluated the films based on the concept, presentation, and technical nuances.

Award Function:

The 5th Year Short Film Award Function was conducted on March 15, 2017 (Wed) in Preview Theatre, Loyola College, Chennai. Eminent film-maker, Director Gautham Vasudev Menon graced the occasion and announced the results.

Release of New Short Film:

'H₂SO₄', a new short film by Mr.Prashanth Prabhu, a second year postgraduate student in the Dept. of Media Arts, was released by Director Gautham Vasudev Menon.

                Concept of the Film: The cruelty of acid attack.

Chief Guest Address: Mr.Gautham Vasudev Menon

Amidst his busy shooting schedule of 'Dhuruva Natchathiram', his present mainstream venture with Actor Vikram, Director Gautham Vasudev Menon took a short break to come to Loyola to share his thoughts with the budding film makers. "You have to concentrate on the script. It's a challenging atmosphere out there. Many of my friends who started the film-making journey with me are now into other business. Concentration and Perseverance are the key values that will help in making a successful film-maker." he said.

Jury Feedback:

Prof.S.Lawrence Jeyakumar, Asst. Professor, Loyola College / Head of Jury

Students of today need a matchstick, where they can get their light and let their light shine. This is one such event where the upcoming short film makers come into the limelight. The films were from different genres: romance, thriller, comedy, horror, etc. What delighted us is that the societal concern, well-being of fellow humans, inclusivity of all ethnics reflected in almost all the short films.

Prize Winners:

                First Place: The first place was secured by Aadhithya Pranav, Anna University student who had made the short film, 'Tharuvi' (தருவி). Concept: An old lady and an youngster, who are orphaned victims of the societal disrespect start a new journey. Cash Award: Rs.10,000/-

                Second Place: 'Madharaasi' (மதராஸி), a film by PSG College Student, Prabakar from Coimbatore, attracted the jury for its concept of celebrating fraternity. Cash Award: Rs.5,000/-

                Third Place: Inspired by the acclaimed movie, Joker, 'Komaali' (கோமாளி), a film by Subramaniya Bharathi, SRM University, Chennai, based on the farmers suicide issue moved the organizers to give away the third place. Cash Award: Rs.3,000/-

                Special Prizes: A cash award of Rs.1000/- each was given for Best Cinematography, Best Actor, and Best Editor.

Director Gautham Vasudev Menon, Actor John Vijay, and Actor 'Dhaadi' Balaji announced and gave away the prizes.

- Report by Samson Durai (samediarts@gmail.com)