Joseph's Son

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Joseph's Son
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Josephki Macha
Directed by Haobam Paban Kumar
Written bySudhir Naoroibam
Haobam Paban Kumar
Based onFootballer, David
Produced by National Film Development Corporation Limited
Starring Rewben Mashangva
Running time
83 minutes
CountryIndia
Language Manipuri

Joseph's Son (Meiteilon: 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]

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The film premiered at the 25th Shanghai International Film Festival in June 2023, [5] where it was the only Indian film among 11 which competed for the Golden Goblet Award. [6] [7]

Synopsis

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

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. [8] [9] It was also featured at the 28th International Film Festival of Kerala 2023 in Thiruvananthapuram. [10] Additionally, the film was one of 14 nominees for the Alternativa Film Awards 2023 in Kazakhstan. [11]

Accolades

AwardCategoryWinner's name(s)Ref.
1st North East India Film Festival, Manipur 2024Best Direction Haobam Paban Kumar [12] [13]
Jury Award for Outstanding Performance Rewben Mashangva
29th Kolkata International Film Festival Special Jury AwardHaobam Paban Kumar [14]
20th Kazan International Film Festival, RussiaSpecial Jury MentionHaobam Paban Kumar [15]
1st Guwahati Asian Film Festival 2025Best FilmHaobam Paban Kumar [16]
Best MusicRewben Mashangva

References

  1. ↑ "Manipur: Haobam Paban Kumar's film 'Joseph ki Macha' to premiere at Shanghai Int'l Film Fest". www.eastmojo.com. Retrieved 2024-09-20.
  2. ↑ "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.
  3. 1 2 "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.
  4. ↑ 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.
  5. ↑ 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.
  6. ↑ "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.
  7. ↑ "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.
  8. ↑ "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.
  9. ↑ 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.
  10. ↑ "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.
  11. ↑ 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.
  12. ↑ "Assamese Films Shine at the Northeast India Film Festival in Manipur". manipurarticles.com. Retrieved 15 February 2025.
  13. ↑ "Five-day North East India Film Festival concludes in Manipur". www.sakshipost.com. Retrieved 15 February 2025.
  14. ↑ "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.
  15. ↑ "Manipur: Haobam Paban Kumar's film "Joseph's Son" earns special jury mention at film fest in Russia". Northeast Now. Retrieved 17 February 2025.
  16. ↑ "Manipuri film 'Joseph's Son' wins Best Film in 1st edition of Guwahati Asian Film Festival 2025". The Assam Tribune. Retrieved 15 February 2025.
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