The International Film Festival of Kerala has only been growing in size and stature since its first edition in 1994. Organised by the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy, the government-backed event is India’s largest, most comprehensively curated and most avidly attended event of its kind.

This year’s edition will be held from December 12 to 19. Thiruvanthapuram and its state-run cinemas, single screen theatres and multiplexes will host a smorgasbord of screenings, talks and discussions.

Oscar-winning sound designer Resul Pookutty was recently appointed chairperson of Kerala State Chalachithra Academy, while actor Cuckoo Parameswaran was named Vice Chairperson. The festival’s secretary is R Ajoy, while H Shaji serves as Deputy Director (Festivals) and NP Sajeesh as Deputy Director (Progr

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