NOCTURNES

A film by Anirban Dutta, Anupama Srinivasan
2024, 83 minutes
No. 450
Documentary
NOCTURNES
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Description
In the dense forests of the Eastern Himalayas, moths are whispering something to us. In the dark of night, two curious observers shine a light on this secret universe. Together, they are on an expedition to decode these nocturnal creatures in a remote ecological “hot spot” on the border of India and Bhutan. 

The result is a deeply immersive film that transports audiences to a rarely-seen place and urges us all to look more closely at the hidden interconnections of the natural world.


Festivals
    Winner, Jury Prize for Craft, 2024, Sundance Film Festival
    Winner, InLab International Jury Award, InScience - International Science Film Festival

Reviews
“Grade: A-. Dazzling! An introspective and captivating documentary. A rich, unexpected experience… Fans of nature-based documentaries like All That Breathes and Fire of Love, will spark to the film, but also anyone looking for a true cinematic escape.” - Indiewire

      “A meditative and beautiful film… but also a call to action, a reminder of the beauty of the world, but also the fragility of it.” - Film Inquiry

      “A sensory immersion.. Nocturnes positions nature as a wonder to behold while reminding viewers that such beauty is fleeting if people don’t recognize the signs for climate change and act soon enough.” - POV Magazine

      “Breathtaking. A ruminative meditation upon their mysteries and their changing environment high in the thick forests of the Eastern Himalayas. An experience to be welcomed.” - Screen

      "What is prevalent to most is the cinematography and sound work accomplished by Anirban Dutta and Anupama Srinivasan. There is a distinct sense of being completely pulled into nature. This film also shows the research process in a gentle but effective way. This film mixes unexpected elements beautifully. It would be interesting for those in film studies to see Dutta and Srinivasan's techniques to pull the viewers into the landscape. It's also a great way to introduce students to what kind of work goes into field research." - EMRO

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