An Irony

Amid the vast, sunlit farmlands, two young men engage in an everyday conversation about the struggles of rural life, from failing crops to financial pressures. Their quiet afternoon takes a somber turn when a third man arrives to chop down a tree that has been sold for a modest sum. As the axe strikes the trunk, the act becomes a powerful metaphor for the sacrifices forced upon those trying to make ends meet. Through understated visuals, विडंबन poignantly reflects the harsh realities and quiet resilience of rural life.

  • Mahesh Bochare
    Director
  • Mahesh Bochare
    Writer
  • Parag Bochare
    Key Cast
    "The Angry Farmer"
  • Rushikesh Gai
    Key Cast
    "The Quiet Farmer"
  • Ram Bodade
    Key Cast
    "The Woodcutter"
  • Pavan Bochare
    Assistence
  • Mahesh Bochare
    Cinematography
  • Mahesh Bochare
    Editing and Music
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    विडंबन
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    4 minutes 23 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 19, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    10 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    India
  • Country of Filming:
    India
  • Language:
    Marathi
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    4:3
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Mahesh Bochare

I'm Mahesh Bochare, a student of cinema and an aspiring filmmaker. Stories have captivated me from my very childhood, and later, the works of Satyajit Ray and Ingmar Bergman ignited a passion to tell them through moving pictures.

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Director Statement

I aspire to construct spaces that both question and comfort at the same time.