An Assamese experimental short film “Rongali – Colors of Nature” directed by Pritam Patowary has secured a coveted spot in the final round of the WOWMOSCOW International Competition of Short Videos about Cities. The contest, jointly organised by the Moscow City Tourism Committee and the HSE Art and Design School in Russia, aims to showcase diverse urban perspectives through short-form cinema.
Nine finalists from across the globe will travel to Moscow for an intensive week-long filmmaking workshop. During this time, participants will have the opportunity to pitch their ideas for a Moscow-centric film project. The creator behind the winning pitch will receive total funding from the competition’s organisers to bring their vision to life on the streets of the Russian capital.
This selection marks a significant milestone for Patowary and opens doors for exciting international collaboration in the indie film scene. The competition highlights emerging talent and promotes cultural exchange through the lens of urban storytelling. “It’s a really big opportunity for me to showcase the Assamese landscapes on the world stage, and I’m still in awe,” says Patowary, who is from Tangla and studies at Jadavpur University, Kolkata.