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Kashmir's Sinking Boats

Synopsis: Kashmir's Sinking Boats

In the serene waters of Kashmir's Dal and Nigeen Lakes, where the Himalayas stand guard, a poignant tragedy unfolds silently. Once icons of luxury and tranquillity, the houseboats of Kashmir are now sinking relics, carrying with them the aspirations and histories of families that once called them home.

Kashmir's Sinking Boats is a compelling documentary that delves deep into this unfolding crisis. Against the backdrop of breathtaking natural beauty, the film unveils the neglect and decay that have besieged these floating homes. It confronts the broken promises of a government's rehabilitation policy that remains elusive, leaving families stranded in uncertainty.

Through intimate storytelling and poignant interviews, the documentary exposes the human faces behind Kashmir's sinking boats. It chronicles the struggles of families as they navigate daily life amidst the threat of their homes submerging into the depths. Each sinking boat tells a unique story of resilience, survival, and the enduring spirit of a community facing an uncertain future.

As the filmmakers peel back the layers of this overlooked issue, Kashmir's Sinking Boats serves as a powerful beacon, shedding light on a humanitarian crisis that demands attention. It captures the essence of a place where beauty and tragedy intertwine, leaving audiences with a profound understanding of the lives affected and the urgent need for action.

  • Zaheer Abbass Dardistani
    Director
    2nd Director
  • Nazir Ahmad Ganaie
    Director
    Director
  • Kashmir Observer
    Producer
  • Abbass Dardistani
    Film Editor
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    15 minutes 9 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    June 25, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    800 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    India
  • Country of Filming:
    India
  • Language:
    Urdu
  • Shooting Format:
    2k
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Zaheer Abbass Dardistani, Nazir Ahmad Ganaie

Zaheer Abbass Darictor( Abbass Dardistani ) and Nazir Ahmad Ganie(Nazir Ganie) are from Kashmir India. both have worked as journalists in Kashmir. Later Zaheer Abbass Dardistani quit Journalism and joined FTII Pune for filmmaking Studies and Nazir Ahmad Ganie continued his journalism with different National and International Media organisations. now both working in Kashmir trying to tell stories of Kashmir through their films.

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Director Statement

"Only native filmmakers can tell real stories social, cultural of their areas"