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Citizen Kane. Mother India. Inception. Aparajito. Parasite. Lagaan. Breathless. These are much more than names of films. Films make us laugh, cry, manifest and be amazed! Films become a part of us, and stay with us, forever. The Film Club of Birla School of Communication thrives to foster this wonder and awe of cinema. The club promotes diverse film genres, styles, and cultures among students. It also provides a platform for the students to connect over their shared passion for cinema and engage in meaningful discussions and practical outputs.
Through its vibrant initiatives, the Film Club of Birla School of Communication transforms mere viewership into an immersive cinematic experience. From the grand Cinema Celebration Day, where timeless masterpieces and contemporary gems are honored, to periodic film screenings that bring together thought-provoking narratives like The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, The Elephant Whisperers, Reality+and Searching for Sugar Man, the club curates a rich tapestry of storytelling. Engaging discussions unravel the latest trends in filmmaking, while upcoming events, such as an exciting quiz competition, challenge and refine the cinematic intellect of its members. With every screening, debate, and celebration, the club fuels a deeper appreciation for the artistry and magic of cinema.
The Film Club Birla School of Communication observed Cinema Celebration Day on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at the University Seminar Hall. The day comprised two significant observances, including the World Cinema Day celebrationand the celebration of the 99th birth anniversary of Indian film auteur Ritwik Ghatak. The day began with the welcome address and context setting by the club coordinator, Assistant Professor Mr Mehul Agarwal. It was followed by the screening of The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar (2023), the Oscar winner for Best Live Action Short Film in 2024, and The Elephant Whisperers(2022), which won the Oscar for Best Documentary Short Film in 2023. Two short films by Bengali film auteur Ritwik Ghatak, Amar Lenin (1970) and Durbar Gati Padma (1971) were also screened at the event. Each film was followed by a panel discussion, with students as both moderators and panellists. The first half of the event also comprised an open-audience short trivia quiz, while the second half began with a memorial eulogy for Ghatak, followed by a video eulogy. Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Prof. Kulbhushan Balooni and Hon’ble Registrar Prof. B. K. Das shared their fondest memories of watching films at the closing ceremony, alongside Associate Dean Dr. Shiv Shankar Das discussing the power of cinema, making students imagine a crossover between Pushpa: The Rise (2021) and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The day ended with a vote of thanks by Ms. Anwesha Padhi, Assistant Professor.
On the initiative of the Film Club, the students at Birla School of Communication visited the Indian Film Festival on Saturday, January 25, 2025. The festival was held at the Odissi Research Centre in the city from January 22 to 28 by the Film Society of Bhubaneswar. The students, accompanied by faculty members Dr. Mehul Agarwal, Ms. Anwesha Padhi & Ms. Sruthi Rajan, witnessed multiple films including three short and two feature films. The films included short films Bobby Beauty Parlour (2024) by debut director Shashwat Dwivedi, Jooyein (2024) directed by Vindhya Gupta, iykyk (2024) by Bonita Rajpurohit and a1978 Malayalam feature-length film by G. Aravinda named Thampu (The Circus Tent). The students particularly enjoyed the film Tees(2024) by Dibakar Banerjee, followed by an interaction with the director himself. The students look forward to such visits in near future as well.
