Exploration

"Grief and Connection Take Center Stage in Rohan Kanawade’s Award-Winning Film Sabar Bonda—A Poignant Exploration of Love Amid Loss"

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Anand, Maharashtra — The return to Anand’s rural village evokes a profound silence marked by loss as he navigates grief alongside his mother. Their journey is captured in “Sabar Bonda (Cactus Pears),” a film that explores the interplay of sorrow and affection in the embrace of shared memories. The nearly two-hour feature unfolds against the backdrop of a cultural landscape where grief reshapes relationships, revealing the universal threads of love that persist even amidst pain. Rohan Kanawade, the film’s director, recently showcased “Sabar Bonda” in Bengaluru, where it garnered significant acclaim as the first Indian … Read more

"Jim Sheridan Delves into Real Mystery and Fictional Drama in ‘Re-Creation’: A Provocative Exploration of Guilt and Innocence"

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Dublin, Ireland — Acclaimed writer, director, and producer Jim Sheridan is embarking on a remarkable cinematic journey by blending fact and fiction in his new film, “Re-Creation.” Known for his substantial contributions to film with works like “My Left Foot” and “In the Name of the Father,” Sheridan teams up with David Merriman to explore the unresolved 1996 murder of French filmmaker Sophie Toscan du Plantier. The case has long captivated public interest, particularly because British journalist Ian Bailey remains a primary suspect, yet he has never been tried for the crime in Ireland. Despite … Read more

"Marathi Masterpiece ‘Cactus Pears’ Clinches Grand Jury Prize at SXSW London, Celebrating Heartfelt Exploration of Love and Grief"

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London, England — The Marathi-language film “Cactus Pears” (“Sabar Bonda”) achieved a significant milestone by winning the Grand Jury Prize at the inaugural SXSW London festival. This recognition further solidifies the film’s successful run in festivals since its world premiere earlier this year. The jury for the festival’s feature films, including writer-director Julia Jackman, actor Archie Madekwe, and actor-writer Susan Wokoma, selected “Cactus Pears” for this prestigious honor. Directed by Rohan Parashuram Kanawade, the film tells the poignant tale of two men confronting societal expectations in a rural Indian setting. The narrative centers on Anand, … Read more

Orange County Judge Hosts Eighth-Graders for Courtroom Leadership and Career Exploration Day

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GOSHEN, N.Y. — A local courtroom in Goshen became a classroom this week when Orange County Court Judge Craig Brown hosted a group of promising eighth-graders from the Junior Leadership Orange (JLO) program. The students had the unique opportunity to observe real criminal proceedings and engage in discussions about the workings of the legal system and potential career paths within it. Judge Brown, along with other notable attendees including Judge Hyun Chin Kim, Sheriff Paul Arteta, and Undersheriff Will Garcia, took part in the educational initiative, emphasizing the importance of guiding young minds toward leadership … Read more