Nana: A Tale of Us is a 2017 Indian Nagamese drama film directed by Tiakümzük Aier and produced by Aoyimti Youth Ministry. The film stars Zhokhoi Chüzho, Mengu Süokhrie, Watipongla Kichü, Ariensa Longchar and Bokavi Swü.
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| Directed by | Tiakümzük Aier |
| Written by | Limatula Longkümer |
| Produced by | Aoyimti Youth Ministry |
| Starring | Zhokhoi Chüzho Mengu Süokhrie Watipongla Kichü Ariensa Longchar Bokavi Swü |
| Cinematography | MT Akum Aier |
| Edited by | MT Akum Aier |
| Music by | Akok Imsong Atsa Lang Roths Along Longchar |
Production companies | Dreamz Unlimited - Nagaland Rain Drops Entertainment |
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Running time | 100 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Nagamese |
| Budget | ₹ 2.5 million (25 lakhs) |
With a production budget of ₹2.5 million or 25 lakhs, it was the most expensive Naga film to be produced at the time of its release.[1] Upon its release on 18 July 2017, Nana: A Tale of Us achieved critical and commercial success in the state.[2]
Premise
editNana: A Tale of Us tells of community, love and forgiveness through the story of a family living in rural Nagaland. The film begins at the juncture of the impending State elections and quietly leads us through events that affect its characters to make certain life decisions.
Cast
editMain
edit- Zhokhoi Chüzho as Malay, Nana's father
- Mengu Süokhrie as Ano, Nana's mother
- Watipongla Kichü as Nana
Supporting
edit- Imkong Longchar as Ato, Nana's maternal Uncle
- Ariensa Longchar as Thiru
- Bokavi Swü as Dr. Ramok
- Imnasenla Aier as Miss Grace, Ato's love interest
- Chubatemjen as Mr. Thensa, Miss Grace's father
- Alfrit Chishi as Mad Man
Production
editFilming
editThe film took 11 months to complete. It took 15 days to shoot. The whole crew stayed at Impur Mission Centre and the major portion was shot at Süngratsü village. The rest was shot at Mopungchuket village and Mokokchung.[3]
Soundtrack
editThe background score is composed by Akok Imsong, Atsa Lang Roths and Along Longchar.
The song titled ‘Something New’ performed by Jonathan Yhome is the theme song of the film.[4]
Release
editThe trailer of the film was released on 9 April 2017 and the film was released on 18 July 2017.[5][6] In February 2021, Aoyimti Youth Ministry released the film on the YouTube platform.[7]
Reception
editCritical response
editFilm Critic Dr. Piyush said that the film is one of the Finest Films to come out of India this year.[8]
Awards and nominations
edit| Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Edinburgh Festival of Indian Films and Documentaries | Golden Calton Best Director | Tiakümzük Aier[9] | Won |
| 2021 | 2021 Prag Cine Awards | Best Film North East | Nana: A Tale of Us[10] | Won |
| Best Director North East | Tiakümzük Aier | Nominated | ||
| Best Actress North East | Mengu Süokhrie | Nominated | ||
| Best Actor North East | Zhokhoi Chüzho | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ "Team NANA - Up-Close and Personal - Dreamz Unlimited". YouTube. 28 July 2017. Retrieved 22 August 2020.
- ^ "Caught in the chaos". The Statesman. 11 November 2019. Retrieved 22 August 2020.
- ^ "A short write up on Dreamz unlimited and when it was incepted?". www.thenortheastwindow.com. 8 November 2018. Retrieved 30 May 2020.
- ^ "On Following Your Dreams And Becoming a Full-Time Musician : Jonathan Yhome". Roots & Leisure. 8 November 2017. Retrieved 25 June 2020.
- ^ "Nana: A Tale Of Us Trailer Released".
- ^ "Naga film 'Nana: A Tale Of Us' released". Archived from the original on 20 July 2017. Retrieved 20 July 2017.
- ^ "'NANA – a tale of us' released on YouTube; find link to watch here". Inside NE. 11 February 2021. Retrieved 10 May 2021.
- ^ "Nagaland's Little Film Of Big Hope". Orissa Post. 28 July 2017. Retrieved 22 August 2020.
- ^ "Nagaland film 'Nana: A Tale of Us' dazzles Edinburgh, top prize for Director Tiakumzuk". The Naga Republic. 27 November 2017. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
- ^ "'Nana- A tale of us' wins best film at Prag Cine Award". Nagaland Post. 30 January 2021. Retrieved 12 May 2021.