Ficus | Short Film Nominee

Short Film Nominee April 19, 2021

Ficus

By Lalitkumar Iyer with 6.2

drama · Short Films · hindi

The short film is an attempt to draw a parallel between mental health and nature by using the example of a banyan tree. By conjuring the comparison between the roots of a tree and their relationship with its several components, the film further wants to remind the viewer of the manner in which the human mind functions and interacts with the emotions it harbours.

Additionally, the narrative uses the context of a pandemic-ridden world where issues of mental health are a pressing concern. Well-intentioned and simple, it thus becomes a reminder to pay attention to your emotional needs, as well as to acknowledge the struggle of battling a disorder like depression which might otherwise go unnoticed.
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