Film forum appeals to stop giving hindrances to Manipuri cinema

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Aug 22

The Film Forum Manipur (FFM) maintaining that the Manipuri cinema is at the receiving end due to frequent interference, appealed to all concerned to refrain from giving further hindrances to secure the future of the cinema.

Speaking to media persons during a press interaction at the Manipur press club, S. Mangaoljao, FFM chairman, said it is a well-known fact the future of Manipuri cinema hangs in the balance for several reason. But, despite the fact, inference from various pressure groups continues putting the cinema at the receiving end, he said.

 The forum chairman appealed to all concerned to stop asking for donations and monetary demands of any forms.

Mangaolja further appealed to all concerned to avoid the trend of imposing frequent ban on Manipuri cinema for unintended error committee by film makers.

“As a human being we make mistakes. There may be loopholes while making a film but instead of targeting the film by banning it. We request any concerned groups to approach the forum and settle any issue amicably”, said Mangoljao.

The FFM chairman informed that the forum has reviewed its norm with regards to screening and producing Manipuri cinema.

Spelling of some of the new norms, he said that the forum will start conducting preview of film and music video weekly basis, every Saturday.

To do so film maker or producers are asked to approach the forum for the preview with relevant document on Friday, he said before adding that fine would be imposed if any of the film makers crosses the stipulated timeline.

He further informed that fine will also be imposed on producers or film makers, to seek registration of the title prior to filming.

To put up advertisement for films, to screen Manipuri cinema and music video through cable TV outside Imphal etc, permission should be sought from the forum failing which action would be taken against the producers, warned Mangoljao.