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Abandoned woman's love for dogs inspires film
27 Sep
Summary
- Film documents Elikutty's life and compassion for street dogs.
- Director's perspective shifted after personal dog loss.
- Festival aims to spark dialogue on animal welfare issues.
The Malayalam Short Documentary "Loved By Abandoned By" by Jemini Sam Paulose, selected for the International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala (IDSFFK), delves into the deep connection between humans and animals.
The film focuses on Elikutty, an elderly woman from Thalayolaparambu, who shares her life and limited resources with stray dogs. Her story gained the director's attention after he noticed a significant decrease in the number of dogs around her, prompting him to learn about her selfless commitment.
Paulose's own emotional journey, marked by the recent loss of his dog Rocky, influenced his perspective and the film's creation. He emphasizes how caring for animals profoundly impacts human emotional intelligence and empathy.
The festival selection serves as a platform, according to Paulose, to initiate important conversations and deliberations among audiences regarding animal welfare and societal compassion.
