Short films allow for creative experiments and provocation and invite artists to play with cinematic styles – for many filmmakers the starting point of their career, others stay and explore the format’s possibilities. While these films may be onscreen for mere moments, they make lasting impressions. Limited in length but never in creativity, short films have their very own energy, far removed from the financial constraints of a feature film and often the rules of cinema itself. Whether they embody the start of an idea or the crystallization of one, shorts are one of the most consistently intriguing cinematic forms, a fascinating world unto themselves. To support and promote young and talented newcomers and to celebrate this variety in film culture, Mysuru Cinema Society in association with Bhartiya Chitra Sadhana, New Delhi hosts Paridrishya - An International Festival of Short Films and Documentaries.

In recognition of importance of Short Films, we welcome you to "Paridrishya" - International Festival of Short films and Documentaries - Karnataka.

For a filmmaker, here are the advantages of participating in Paridrishya:
1. Extending the film to thoughtful audience
2. Present your great work to legendary jury panel
3. Hear perspectives from noted critics and elite audience
4. Last but not the least, get visibility in this International Platform

To recognize both the amateurs and professionals, the categories are set as:
Students and Professionals.

Shortfilms Section ( Amature and Professional )

For each category, here are some of the key awards:
1. Best Short Film
2. Best Director
3. Best Actor
4. Best Actress
5. Best Cinematography
6. Best Screenplay
7. Best Sound

And then, there would be Jury Award.

Documentary Section:
Best Documentary Professional
Best Documentary Amature

Here are some of the criteria:
1. Open for Short Films and Documentaries
2. Produced after 1st June, 2021
3. Duration for Short Films: 1 - 45 minutes
4. Duration for Documentaries: 30 - 100 minutes

Overall Rating
Quality
Value
Communication
Hospitality
Networking
  • Anbu Productions

    Very professional and well organized one.

    February 2024
  • Saptarshi Chatterjee

    Amazing festival. Very intersting film liAnd happy to be a part of this film festival. neup.

    February 2024
  • Vipin Pv

    good experience. our film por Puzhukkal got best vfx awards. thanks
    there communication is good. now waiting for the awards to get on courier.hoping soon 🤞.

    February 2024
  • I am really happy that our movie "A Borrowed Life" was part of this festival. The organizers of this festival were friendly and hospitable. Thank you for your festival. Best wishes for you all.

    February 2023
  • I feel fortunate to be a part of this amazing film festival. My short film Thodi Si Khushi received many nominations. Thank you so much!

    February 2023