Shoojit Sircar Reflects on the Art of Judging Cinema as He Prepares for IFFM 2025 Amid National Award Controversies

Melbourne, Australia — Celebrated filmmaker Shoojit Sircar is embracing a new role as a judge for the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM). This year marks his second consecutive time serving on the jury, where he will help select the Best Short Films. Ahead of the festival’s 2025 edition, Sircar shared insights about the challenges of evaluating cinematic art. Although Sircar typically refrains from serving on juries, he expressed a personal connection to the IFFM, describing it as almost a family affair. "This festival is very dear to me, and the organizers are close friends," … Read more