‘The Forgotten’ shortlisted for Kolkata film award
Iranian documentary ‘The Forgotten’ has been shortlisted for the top documentary prize at the 4th World Film Festival Kolkata, organizers confirmed on Monday.
The festival, held from August 15-21, will screen 37 films tackling “social and environmental concerns” from countries including Germany, Japan, Brazil, Sri Lanka, Portugal, Russia, and the United States, ILNA reported.
Seven documentaries are in the running for the main non-fiction trophy, with Forgotten competing under the direction of Saeed Nabi and Maryam Khadivi.
Produced by Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting’s Media Trade, the dramatic documentary tells the story of Abdolkazem Saki, a decorated Paralympian and world champion. Living beside the Hoor al-Azim Wetland in Khuzestan, Saki maintains his daily physical training despite the wetlands’ decline. Organisers said his “professional destiny mirrors the fate” of the marsh itself.
IRIB Media Trade is handling the international distribution of the film.
Three awards will be handed out by the festival’s distinguished jury: best feature (60 minutes and above), best short (under 60 minutes), and best documentary (under 90 minutes).
The screenings take place at Nandan, India’s leading film center in Kolkata.