‘Tabula Rasa’ is marked by a very singular voice when it comes to storytelling. The story it shares is pronounced in the title itself, the idea of a blank slate. However, what goes on the slate makes all the difference. 

A family of four battles financial instability, and the tribulations that follow in its wake. Amidst it all, the sound of a television set remains a constant companion for the children as well as their disgruntled father. The mindless, mute consumption of everything that it offers influences their lives in an unalterable and irreversible manner. 

The film, thus, also offers social commentary and the many ways society can be molded by the lies and illusions we are peddled on screen and in media. Violence, accidents, loss, and tragedy become inadvertent components of this reality, and the film presents a competent endeavor to explore the same.

Tabula Rasa | Short Film of the Month

The Real Millionaire is a Marathi short film which tells an endearing story of Vishnu, a farmer who gets a call to participate in the Indian telelvision show Kaun Banega Crorepati?. The film opens with an excited child announcing his father's return to the village. The viewer is introduced to the premise soon after as the narrative unfolds to reveal that Vishnu was unsuccessful in finally getting to the hot seat for participation. The whole village, which has turned up to receive him, is disappointed after seeing his grim face, and soon a plan is hatched to change that. The short film is simple and honest and packs in decent performances to tell its story.

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