The narrative opens with a piece of information for the viewer, perhaps aimed at catching hold of their attention immediately. By telling them that a childhood story forms the basis of the plot, they are already involved as they look forward to what the story could possibly be. <br><br>Next we are introduced to a little girl preparing a school lesson. As details and facts about Mahatma Gandhi's life are invoked, her mother joins the conversation and thus begins a deeper exploration of the narrative. We are taken into a world of devotional music, modesty and humbleness. Through the subsequent events unfolding before you, the final result of Jawaab La-jawaab presents to the audience its primary intentions and motivations.

Jawaab La-jawaab | Short Film Nominee

The short film opens on the day of Gandhi Jayanti presumably. As two boys discuss their plan for the night, they are soon joined by an interesting companion. It turns out they have been visited by the Mahatma himself. <br><br> The conversation flows between them touching and engaging with several topics - from religion to politics, to partition to non-violence. The film further attempts to invoke a sense of patriotism in the viewer, using history and the past developments as tools to communicate its message. It finally concludes with the reminder to strive to be the change you want to see in the world.

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