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F5IFF’24: A Historic Celebration of New Age Cinema at the National Library of India gets started
Kolkata, India:
Fest5, in collaboration with the National Library of India and in association with the West Bengal Pollution Control Board has started the first-ever F5 International Film Festival at the prestigious National Library of India auditorium. This groundbreaking event marks the first film festival in the 188-year history of the National Library an institution revered by bibliophiles worldwide. F5IFF’24 is overwhelmed to receive more than 150 films from 139 countries. The festival has painstakingly curated 12 films for the screening at the festival. It was inaugurated by Moonmoon Sen, Tnusree Chakraborty, Rathin Kanji, Dr. Kalyan Rudra ( Chairman, West Bengal Pollution Control Board ), Sourav De, Founder-director of F5IFF24. It will be on till 4 August, 2024.
F5IFF’24 is set to be a vibrant celebration of new-age cinema with a dedicated focus on heritage conservation, the abatement of environmental degradation, and climate change mitigation. This unique festival brings together a diverse group of film enthusiasts, filmmakers, artists, heritage aficionados, bibliophiles, and climate activists. Through a rich tapestry of films, F5IFF’24 aims to look at pressing global issues such as environmental degradation, climate change, the erosion of human values, the depletion of artistic sensibilities, and the decline of reading habits in unison. 
It highlights-
Heritage Conservation: Films and discussions that underscore the importance of preserving our cultural and historical heritage.
Environmental Focus: A series of thought-provoking films addressing environmental degradation and climate change, fostering awareness and encouraging proactive measures.
Cultural Enrichment: Celebrating the synergy between cinema, literature, and the arts, enhancing the appreciation of artistic expressions and storytelling.
Sourav De, founder-director of F5IFF’24, expressed his enthusiasm for the festival:
“We are thrilled to launch F5IFF’24 at the National Library of India, a haven for bibliophiles and a symbol of our rich literary heritage. This festival is more than just a celebration of cinema; it’s a call to action. By bringing together filmmakers, artists, and activists, we hope to inspire change and foster a deeper understanding of the critical issues facing our world today.”
**About Fest5**
Fest5 is a collective of film enthusiasts, filmmakers, artists, heritage aficionados, bibliophiles, and climate activists. The group is dedicated to addressing environmental degradation, climate change, and the erosion of cultural and artistic values through the powerful medium of cinema.
