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KIMFF 2024 Opens with Nepal Premiere of 'Shape of Momo'; Film Bill Discussions Continue

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The 23rd Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival (KIMFF) commenced with the Nepal premiere of Tribeny Rai's film 'Shape of Momo,' while separately, discussions around refining the proposed Film Bill 2082 are ongoing in the House of Representatives. Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation Khadak Raj Paudel officially opened the festival, emphasizing the importance of cinematic storytelling, as the festival showcases over 50 films from 29 countries.

  • The KIMFF festival, running until May 31 at QFX Chhaya Centre in Thamel, features a mix of fiction, documentaries, shorts, and adventure cinema, including a Nepal Panorama section highlighting local filmmakers.
  • Minister of Communications and Information Technology Dr. Bikram Timilsina stated the government aims to make the Film Bill 2082 modern and practical, incorporating suggestions from lawmakers and the film industry.
  • The 'Shape of Momo' film, inspired by director Tribeny Rai's personal experiences, has previously screened at international festivals like Busan and San Sebastian.
  • The House of Representatives unanimously approved taking the 'Film Bill 2082' into consideration, which aims to replace the Film Act of 1969 and regulate the film sector.
  • A live pitching session for nine South Asian documentary projects under the Kathmandu Doc Lab preceded the KIMFF opening ceremony.

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