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PUNE

Defining the biodiversity of the planet covering aspects which influence our existence, Filmmakers and Photographers are showing their Wildlife filmmaking spirit to the nation.

There were 1200 films came for the participation where 16 renowned films got chance to be showcased at Fergusson College Amphitheatre, Pune. The purpose of the screening where technology meets nature is to educate people and bring the enthusiasm of film making.

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Sponsored and co-sponsored by Creek woods and Credio Metro Pune respectively supporting the first initiative taken by the NGOs Nature Walk and Add-Venture Foundation by organizing first ever Wildlife Film Festival in Pune.

Addressing the press the office of Chief Conservator of Forrest (Territorial), Pune information for the upcoming Wildlife Film Festival.

Vivek Khandekar, Chief Conservator of Forrest said, “Tigers in India are left vulnerable with numbers of 1,411 only and the next species will be Ladakhi Wild Dogs which are in-danger with few hundred. As we ‘Human’ part of our ecosystem are believed to be the cause for our own extinction. Only one human species has depleted and ruled over millions of species for centuries. Now it’s time to maintain the balance as we only are capable to do that. We are an inseparable part of everything around us.”

For last 100 years we have vanished a large number of species than the 2000 years collectively did. And to measure that extinction the wildlife film festival will play a role of scale. The inauguration will take place on the first day of screening where “Snow Leopard” will be showcased followed by “Talk on Elephants” made by Bedi brothers.

Films schedule from 4th to 11th August 2018

4th August 2018 – 6pm

Inauguration of the festival at the hands of Mr. Rajesh Bedi. The first day will be concluded by a promo of Bedi’s film on “Snow Leopard” followed by Talk on Elephants “Bedi’s Tusker Trail” by world renowned film maker & photographer Mr. Rajesh Bedi.

5th August 2018 – 5 to 8:45pm

  1. Desert of the Skies: A film by Bedi Brothers (Bedi Films) – A unique film by Bedi Brothers which documents the harsh lives of the nomads and the rare wild animals with whom they share the forbidding and beautiful landscape.
  2. Project Tiger: Ensuring Survival: A film by Bedi Brothers (Bedi Films) – This comprehensive film at the Prestigious Project Tiger, which was launched in 1973 to protest tigers from extinction.

6th August 2018 – 6 to 8:30 pm

  1. Life Force: Indian’s Western Ghats: A film by Nalla Muthu – The film showcases the rare and incredible biodiversity of India’s Western Ghats, covering 10 endangered species like Lion-tailed Macaque,Great Indian Hornbill, Slender Loris and Purple Frog, along with multiple species of cats; the Asiatic lion of Gir, Tigers and Leopards.
  2. The Flying Rainbow: A film by Vishal Jadhav – Flying Rainbow is a story of the bird called Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher which is found in the Western Ghats of India. The story is based on the Ghats of India. The story is based in the part of the Ghats adjoining Western state of Maharashtra, India in year 2015, covering the period from end May to October which is period of the Monsoon in India. (The Film “Flying Rainbow” won the Best Newcomer Film in the Feature Length Category). Film will conclude with an interaction with the Film Maker.

7th August 2018 – 6 to 8:45 pm

  1. India’s Disappearing Beaches – A Wake up Call: A film by Shekar Dattari – The film explains how erosion takes place and how it is possible to not only prevent man-made erosion but also to restore the lost beaches through the right measures.
  2. Shores of Silence – “Whale Sharks in India”: A film by Mike Pandey – Film depicts whale shark hunting off the coast of Gujarat.
  3. The Last Migration – A film by Mike Pandey – The film portrays the man-animal conflict and its repercussions; the tussle between the ancient pachyderm and the tribals of the forest, which is a manifestation of a deeper and more vicious cycle; the disruption of the balance of the nature, on which rest of the harmony of existence
  4. Man Eating Tigers: A film by Bedi Brothers (Bedi Films) – This film, from the award winning Bedi brothers, is the first to examine what makes a tiger a man-eater.

8th August 2018 – 6 to 8:45pm

  1. God of Monsoon: A film by Shekar Dattari – The land gets transformed into a wealth of hydration that can be both a blessing and a curse to the animals and plant-life of Southeast Asia.
  2. A wild meat trail: A film by Rita Banerjee – Wild meat hunting and consumption is an integral part of the life of the communities in the North-east of India. Wild meat markets exist in different towns and cities across the state.
  3. Terrorist Turns Conservationist: A film by Rajiv Bedi; (Producer & Commissioning Editor: Rajiv Mehrotra, PSBT) – The film explores how dreaded Bodo militants and poachers- the very people who reportedly plundered the Manas National Park in Assam – are now dedicated conservationists and hospitable hosts, performing the role of saviors of the animals they once savored.
  4. Wild Dogs – Whisteling Hunters: A film by Bedi brothers (Bedi Films) Narrated by Sir David Attenborough – A film on Dholes, the wild dogs of India. The film gives the viewers a glimpse into the lives of these beautiful but exclusive fox like animal, with reddish brown fur and a bushy tail. It has been shown by BBC and the National Geographic Channel in USA in 1989.

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9th August 2018 – 6 to 8:45pm

  1. Tiger Dynasty: S Nalla Muthu – A young tigress called Baghani is taken from her home in Ranthambore National Park and released in the unknown territory of Sariska National Park, where all 24 tigers were killed by poachers. Baghani is not alone at Sariska. Rajore, a hot blooded young male tiger is released into the park with her.
  2. Tiger Queen: Director S Nalla Muthu – Ranthambore fort in the heart of the tiger territory to be a prime real estate that every tiger envies. Machli, the big cat had ruled it over a decade till her daughter Satara threw her out in a heartless battle for supremacy.
  3. Machli: World’s most famous Tiger : Director S Nalla Muthu – The film chronicles his observations of fascinating life of famous tiger of Ranathambhor – Machli – from her prime till her last moments.

10th August 2018 – 6 to 8:45pm

  1. Tiger’s Revenge: A film by Nalla Muthu – Witness the secret alliances, uncanny meetings and bloodless revenge, two years, four tigers, an unbelievable story. This is an incredible journey against the backdrop of Ranathambore’s breath taking wilderness.
  2. Meat and Skin: Film by Ajit Samal – They are Sabakhia Kelas – A Nomadic Schedule tribes of Orissa.

They hunt various species of reptiles, small mammals, birds and amphibians. The coastal part of Orissa is their main territory. They wander in swamps, groves, paddy fields and river banks.

  1. The Vanashing Giants: A film by Mike Pandey – The brutal capture, torture and subsequent death of a young tusker in a capture operation authorized by the government prompted Mike Pandey to stop filming his documentary on ‘Elephants in Crisis’ and turn it into a news feature.
  2. Bishnois: The Guardians of the wilderness: A film by Bedi Brothers – Bishnois are found in Rajasthan and are also well known for their wildlife conservation values. The Bishnois of Rajasthan show that it is possible to live in harmony with nature.

11th August 2018 – 5 to 8:45pm

  1. Race to save the Amur Falcon: A film by Shekar Dattari – In the state of Nagaland in India’s far northeast, a small team of conservationists discovered something that was both enthralling and alarming.
  1. Kaananam: The spirit of Silent Valley: A film by Suresh Elmon – A documentary made by Suresh Elmon & Balachandran for the Silent Valley National Park c
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