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Kerala Academy: Cinema to Educate Gen Z
28 Sep
Summary
- Academy plans to use cinema as an educational tool.
- New initiatives will focus on literature, sports, and ethics.
- Academy to seek feedback from film fraternity members.
The Kerala State Chalachitra Academy is embarking on an expansion of its mission, intending to leverage cinema as a powerful educational instrument. Under the leadership of its new chairperson, actor and festival curator Raveendran, the academy aims to move beyond its traditional role of organizing film festivals.
Raveendran envisions utilizing films to introduce a range of subjects, including literature, sports, ethics, and social reform, to younger demographics. This initiative is designed to engage children, young people, and Gen Z by presenting important ideas through the medium of cinema. The academy plans to consult with members of the film fraternity to gather feedback on these broadened activities.