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Born | MC Jithin |
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Years active | 2011–present |
Known for | Nonsense , Sookshmadarshini |
MC Jithin is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and educator from Kerala. His notable works include Nonsense (2018), a film that critiques the education system, [1] and Sookshmadarshini (2024), a psychological thriller that received critical acclaim. [2]
Jithin was born in Iritty, Kannur, Kerala, He pursued a Bachelor of Arts in multimedia at St. Joseph College of Communication, Changanassery, and later obtained a master's degree in visual communication from the University of Madras. [3]
MC Jithin started his career directing short films. His 2012 short, Water, a public service advertisement, won recognition at WATER COMMONS-FLICK FEST' 12. [4]
Jithin worked as assistant director under Abrid Shine for film 1983 (2014). He gained recognition for his debut feature film Nonsense (2018), a sports comedy, which tackled flaws in the education system. [5] The film was praised for its bold storytelling and social commentary. [6] The film starred Rinosh George, Vinay Forrt and Shruthi Ramachandran.
In 2024, Jithin directed Sookshmadarshini , a black comedy psychological thriller exploring themes of curiosity and human behavior. The film was praised for its emotional depth and layered storytelling. [7]
The film starred Nazriya Nazim and Basil Joseph.
Jithin serves as the head of the Film Studies Department at Don Bosco IMAGE in Vennala. He is also a guest lecturer and conducts workshops across various institutions in South India. [8]
Year | Title | Role | Type |
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2011 | Mallus | Writer, Director | Short film |
2012 | Water | Director | Public Service Advertisement |
2012 | Friday | Writer, Director | Short film |
2012 | Loud Truth | Writer, Director | Short film |
2012 | Chilappol Chilar | Writer | Short film |
2018 | Nonsense | Director, Screenwriter | Film |
2024 | Sookshmadarshini | Director, Screenwriter | Film |