New book showcases 33 Indian screenwriters and directors
A newly released book compiles thirty‑three interviews with Indian screenwriters and directors, all conducted during the COVID‑19 lockdown. The author says the work aims to bring attention to writers who are often overlooked in the film industry and explains how their contributions shape widely known movies. The project started as a passion initiative and was originally meant for the Hindustan Times readership.
Key facts
- The author describes the book as a passion project turned interview series.
- Target readership was initially the Hindustan Times audience.
- Interviews reveal screenwriters' role in shaping popular movies.
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Why it matters
It spotlights the often invisible role of screenwriters in Indian cinema.
What changed
First published from Scroll.in