The 28th International Film Festival of Kerala is set to pay homage to twelve cinematic legends through its special ‘homage’ category. This tribute section will showcase eleven remarkable films, each highlighting the brilliance of renowned artists within the film industry.
Among the featured films is the Iranian masterpiece ‘A Minor’ by Dariush Mehrjui, a recipient of the Lifetime Achievement award in the 19th edition of IFFK. Sumitra Peries, the first female director from Sri Lanka, will be honored with a screening of ‘The Tree Goddess.’ Additionally, the festival pays tribute to Spanish filmmaker Carlos Saura, an IFFK lifetime achievement award recipient, by featuring ‘Cousin Angelica.’
The ‘homage’ category will also include international classics such as Ebrahim Golestan’s ‘Brick and Mirror,’ Jacques Rozier’s ‘Adieu Philippine,’ Terence Davies’s ‘Distant Voices, Still Lives,’ and William Friedkin’s ‘The Exorcist.’
Films by acclaimed directors K.G George and Siddique, along with performances by veteran actors Innocent and Mamukkoya from the Malayalam film industry, are integral to this category. Standout selections include the cult classic ‘Yavanika,’ paying tribute to K.G George, and the perennial hit ‘Ramjirao Speaking,’ honoring Siddique and Innocent. Mammukoya’s legacy will be remembered through the screening of the award-winning movie ‘Perumazhakkalam’ by Kamal.
Adoor Gopalakrishnan’s ‘Vidheyan’ is also part of this category, serving as a remembrance to the renowned producer K Ravindranathan Nair, who received the prestigious JC Daniel award for his significant contributions to Malayalam cinema.
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