The 11th edition of the Indian Film Festival of Sydney (IFFS) has officially elected Songs of Forgotten Trees. The film is deeply moving. It is directed by the internationally acclaimed filmmaker Anuparna Roy. It will be the closing night film on 12th October. The film recently won the prestigious Orizzonti Award for Best Director at the 2025 Venice International Film Festival. It is a lyrical and meditative exploration of memory. The movie also explores resilience and the sacred relationship between people and nature. Songs of Forgotten Trees is presented in Hindi. It is set to have its Australian debut at IFFS. It is being touted as one of the biggest Indian international films of the year.
Festival Director Mitu Lange expressed her delight at the selection of such a monumental film to close the festival. “We could not have imagined a more perfect closing for our 11th anniversary edition. Songs of Forgotten Trees embodies everything we at IFFS stand for cinema that moves, provokes, and heals. Anuparna Roy has created a cinematic poem that resonates universally, yet speaks deeply to our cultural roots. We are overwhelmed to have had the honor of presenting its Australian premiere.”
The 11th edition of IFFS is set to feature a vibrant line-up of films. It includes conversations and masterclasses celebrating the best of Indian cinema. The event concluded on an unforgettable note with Roy’s award-winning masterpiece. The festival’s finale highlighted its growing reputation. It acts as a bridge between Indian filmmakers and global audiences. Cinephiles are eagerly awaiting the next edition.
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