Kathmandu, May 31: The U.S. Embassy has announced support for the 21st edition of the Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival (KIMFF) 2024. Scheduled for April 29 to June 2, the event this year focuses on the impact of climate change on mountain environment and on women in film through gendered lenses.
In an event held for KIMFF, U.S. Embassy Spokesperson, Zehra Naqvi, delivered opening remarks for the “Women Behind the Camera: Film Screening and Panel Discussion,” recognising the importance of women storytellers, and stories told from diverse perspectives.
“When women see themselves on screen, it validates their experiences and inspires future generations. And representation matters—not just in front of the camera, but behind it as well. Having female directors, writers, and producers results in female-driven narratives and ensures that women from all backgrounds and walks of life are portrayed authentically and respectfully, with all of our layers of complexity. We need more of these unique perspectives.”
The event featured three short films by Nepali women directors–“Chiso Ghar” (A Bleak Home) by Bidushi Giri, “Threshold” by Sarita Sah, and “Sanai” by Akanchha Karki, followed by a panel discussion including all three filmmakers and documentary filmmaker Dina Mufti.
Filmmaker and activist Pooja Pant moderated the discussion with panelists sharing their insights, experiences, challenges, and successes working in various roles behind the camera.
