Xunyota
| Xunyota | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Nabapan Deka |
| Produced by | Hiranmoy Gogoi |
Production company | HM Production |
Release date |
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Running time | 29 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Assamese |
Xunyota (Assamese: শূন্যতা; English: Void) is a 2022 Assamese-language short film directed by Nabapan Deka and produced by Hiranmoy Gogoi.[1] The film explores themes of emotional absence and silence within a family setting. It was awarded the Rajat Kamal for Best Short Film at the 70th National Film Awards[2] and received a Special Jury Mention at the 28th Kolkata International Film Festival.[3]
Cast
- Bidya Bharati as Bina
- Hemanta Debnath
- Angshu Borah
Plot
The story follows Bina, a young girl whose mother becomes bedridden due to a serious illness. The narrative focuses on how this situation affects Bina and her family, using silence and limited dialogue to portray emotional distance and loss.[4] The film avoids dramatic expression, instead relying on quiet moments and subtle interactions to convey its themes.[3]
Awards and recognition
- National Film Awards for Best Short Film[5][6]
- Special Jury Mention Award at 28th Kolkata International Film Festival (2023)
References
- ↑ "5 Assamese movies shine at 70th National Film Awards; here are the exciting details". epaper.assamtribune.com. 17 August 2024. Retrieved 24 May 2025.
- ↑ "70th National Awards: Assamese films make their mark with multiple accolades". assamtribune.com. 9 October 2024. Retrieved 24 May 2025.
- 1 2 "Assamese short film 'Xunyota' wins Special Jury Mention Award at KIFF". thenewsmill.com. 24 December 2022. Retrieved 24 May 2025.
- ↑ Sarkar, Dipankar (31 August 2024). "Award Winning Assamese Filmmaker Nabapan Deka About Exploring Silence And Loss - THE STORY MUG". Retrieved 24 May 2025.
- ↑ "From anti-witch hunts to mythical journeys: Assam's 5 films get nationwide recognition". The Times of India. 17 August 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 24 May 2025.
- ↑ "Assam Shines at 70th National Film Awards with Three Rajat Kamal Wins and Two Special Mentions". The Sentinel. 17 August 2024. Retrieved 24 May 2025.