My rendezvous with shorts

Dear All,
Six months back if someone would have asked me about short films I would have gone blank because back them I did not have the faintest of idea that these films (which I always associated with documentaries, silly as it may sound now) could be so exciting. But thanks to Cyrus who introduced me to this thrilling world of short films. Never had I imagined that the short film industry in India had gathered so many lovers. As I tread into this genre of films, my perception of them being mere documentaries changed. A short film is now capable of entertaining you as any feature film in a much lesser time. Hats off to people like Cyrus who have given a boost to this cute genre. And its not only me. Thousands of youngsters across India have connected to the shorts, some by making them and others like me by watching them. Even renowned celebs have finally started giving them recognition and are trying to do their bit to give shorts a boost. I would never have had this experience. Thank you Cy for bringing me to the world of good cinema.
Love,
Tulika.

Dear All,
If you think films are your true calling, SHAMIANA is probably the best platform to showcase your talent. SHAMIANA - The Short Film Club not only provides you an opportunity to don the directors hat but also associates your name with some of the biggies of the film industry.
As the club celebrates its anniversary next month it certainly can't think of a way better to do it than to nurture new talent. All you have to do is to find a concept interesting enough for a short film and there you go! You will find yourself amidst some of the best directors, actors and technicians in the industry and get paired with them to make your dream film. With directors like Subhash Ghai and Farhan Akhtar and actors like Tom Alter, Nandana Sen, Juhi Babbar, Sonali Kulkarni, Ashish Roy Kapoor and many more you just can't ask for more!

SHAMIANA welcomes all at shamianashorts@gmail.com. Send your entries and responses and become a part of the passion. Together, let's celebrate cinema!

Love,
Cyrus Dastur

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SHAMIANA - CELEBRATING SHORT FILMS

Founded by Cyrus Dastur, SHAMIANA, India's only dedicated and fastest growing short film club is passionate about showcasing the finest shorts from the country and across the world.
The people behind SHAMIANA are the pioneers of the organised short film space in India and the company behind the club - TWO PLUS PRODUCTIONS are also into production and distribution of shorts.
What started off with just one screening at Jazz By The Bay has now expanded to 3 CHAPTERS across Bombay and Pune with regular monthly screenings drawing packed houses!
The club has showcased more than 400 short films till date and we can't wait to go to more cities in the coming months!!!
SHAMIANA invites all film lovers to enjoy the finest of short films and screen your own as well. We'll keep you posted on our monthly screenings, any news and other events in the short film world!
And you keep your feedback coming in through blogs, mails, forums and messages! This is your page... Support Us to Celebrate Good Cinema!!
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