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Films Bridge Worlds: 110 Movies Unite Indian Students
14 Nov
Summary
- 110 films from 31 countries reach lakhs of students across India.
- Festival uses cinema as a tool for discussion, reflection, and learning.
- Students can learn filmmaking and submit their own short films.
The 10th School Cinema International Film Festival (SCIFF) has launched, aiming to engage lakhs of students nationwide with 110 films from 31 countries. The festival, which began on Saturday, November 14, 2026, is being hosted at Manav Rachna University, Faridabad, with an expected reach of 50-60 lakh students in over 25,000 government and 550 private schools by its conclusion on December 5, 2026.
SCIFF operates on a 'watch, learn and make' model, utilizing classroom screenings to foster discussion and critical thinking. The festival's director, Syed Sultan Ahmed, emphasized the importance of meaningful cinema access for all children, especially in the digital age, to encourage questioning and understanding diverse perspectives. Dr. Amit Bhalla highlighted cinema's role in making education engaging and fostering independent thought.
Films selected for SCIFF span various genres and are associated with prestigious international festivals. Beyond viewing, students can join expert-led masterclasses on filmmaking, culminating in the creation and submission of their own short films for an international competition. Opportunities to serve on future juries are also available for participants.
