Yes, the distinguished filmmaker who we referred to in our previous post is none other than Afia Serena Nathaniel.
Undoubtedly; she has the talent, recognition, and scripts to create magic with. But, she has limited funds to work with.
Recently, she is working on several projects – one of them is a road trip film, “where a couple of characters hop along in car or truck and film their road trip experience,” said Afia.
It is a feature film that would require sizeable investment, but lack of funds is a huge hindrance for her cinematic vision. “Whoever I have approached so far [in the West] say that before they invest any money in our project, they would like to see if there are investors in Pakistan suporting my film,” said Afia when nrpglobal caught up with her at a café in Brooklyn amidst loungy music and comfy couches.
Independent filmmakers in Pakistan have had a series of problem associated with lack of funds. Even Mehreen Jabbar, a recognized name in the media circles of Pakistan, had to rely on family and friends to produce her critically acclaimed, Ramchand Pakistani.
Afia considers the film “an eye-opening experience.” “Ramchand Pakistani and Khuda Key Liye have set up not just a new trend for independent filmmakers but also for cine-goers in Pakistan,” says Afia.
(Note: You can watch clips from both films under video bar)
In hopes of reviving cinema-going culture in Pakistan, Afia Serena Nathaniel has established her own production company, Zambeel films, in Pakistan. Through her production house, she also aims to financially support other independent film projects. But, who will financially support this exceptional filmmaker’s extra-ordinary artistic endeavors?
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