A Night’s Whispers and the Winds

By Pickle November 24, 2024

India | Assamese | Drama, Fantasy

Synopsis

On the day of Bhaona, the cherished folk theatre festival, BUBUL, a 72-year-old veteran artist, struggles to keep the spirit of the festival alive. Like his village that seems to have forgotten its past bonds, BUBUL’s dementia has grown severe and he is losing grip on reality more often. He is the chief conductor of the Bhaona play, ‘Shakuni’s Revenge’, a retelling of Mahabharata.

While, the villagers fear that BUBUL’s condition may come in the way of their celebrations, the real threat turns to be the disintegrating ties within the community: two young lovers planning to flee, a family torn apart is trying to heal itself, and unresolved tensions among the performers may bring down the whole stage.

Meandering in a dream like state through this chaos, Bubul feels the presence of his late wife PHUL, and finds the arcane spirit BURA DANGORIYA guiding him. Almost in act of defiance and against the approaching storm, BUBUL manages to bring the community to come together, if only for a fleeting moment that may be the last memory before he passes the legacy to a 10 year old boy.

Krrishna Kt Borah
Director
krrishnaktborah@gmail.com

Director(s) Statement

Bhaona, the traditional folk theatre of Assam, has deeply shaped my storytelling and the cultural mindset of my community. As an art form, Bhaona has evolved with modern technology, sparking debates among critics. My vision is to showcase Bhaona in its modernized form, blending it with nostalgia. I want to reflect on its most important aspect–communal harmony. A Night’s Whispers and The Winds is inspired by memories of my father’s battle with dementia and the changes in our community. Through a protagonist struggling with memory loss and a child carrying the tradition forward, the film blends folklore, dreams, and reality.

Budget
USD 348, 000

Financing in place
USD 92, 000

Production Company
Raging Films

Looking for
Co-Producers, Financers, Post Production Partners, Sales/Sales Agents, Distribution Partners, Film Lab/Workshop/Fund