Ankur film festival is an annual socio-cultural public event organized by Abhivyakti Media for Development since 2010 in Nashik, Maharashtra, India. Ankur came into being to celebrate the cinema of the young. It provides a platform for young and first time film makers to showcase their films. We believe that spaces to view socially relevant films are not easily available and the culture of viewing
documentaries is low on priority. Documentaries need to be encouraged, that's why Ankur exists. Ankur is about valuing our freedom of expression, which manifests in varied alternative forms- short films, documentaries, and experimental features. Ankur believes that there is more to cinema than Entertainment!
- Ankur is a space for celebration, to coexist and learn from each other and therefore is open and free for viewers.
- Every budding film maker needs support and Ankur exists for their cause!
- Ankur is a movement to celebrate the right to being imperfect!
- We believe that all art is an evolving process.
- Telling a story is our right, and there is no 'right' way! So if you find this interesting, send us your entry and we will be happy to screen your films. We believe you will also enjoy Ankur as we do.
