Dev Benegal at eQuinoxe script workshop

Dev Benegal at eQuinoxe script workshop
Tuesday, December 20, 2005 15:32 IST
By Santa Banta News Network
Director Dev Benegal of "English August" and "Split Wide Open" was recently invited to be a script advisor at the famous eQuinoxe script workshop. No one before him from Indian cinema has been selected for the honour.

Explaining the nature of the workshop Dev says: "The eQuinoxe script workshops are similar in spirit to Robert Redford's Sundance workshops. It's a merit-based workshop, which selects films worldwide.

"It has been famous for attracting some of the top talent from across the world. In the last 12 years over 8,000 scripts have been submitted of which 230 have been selected and invited and 65 films made. Among its founders are Sydney Pollack and Frank Pierson Chairman of the Academy of Motion Pictures."

The advisors along with Benegal were several legends of Hollywood. These included:

James V. Hart who wrote director Francis Copolla's "Dracula".

Marcia Nasatir, first female vice president of United Artists. Her slate of films includes "Rocky", and "One Flew Over The Cuckoos Nest".

Eric Pleskow, president and CEO of United Artists and founder of Orion Pictures, who was responsible for "Raging Bull" and "Hannah And Her Sisters".

Lorenzo Semple Jr., the screenwriter who wrote "Never Say Never Again" and "Batman".

Martin Sherman, the American playwright and screenwriter known for "Bent" and "The Roman Spring Of Mrs. Stone.

How does Dev feel being in this august company?

"It was an honour to be a part of this group which has been responsible for some of the memorable films in our lifetime..."

Commenting upon his future plans, he says: "I'm back, my batteries recharged. Will be starting a movie very soon."
'Tere Mere Darmiyan' from Vikrant Massey's 'The Sabarmati Report' Captures the Pain of Heartbreak!

The soulful song 'Tere Mere Darmiyan' from the upcoming film 'The Sabarmati Report' starring Vikrant Massey was released on Wednesday. Featuring Vikrant Massey and

Thursday, November 14, 2024
Vicky Kaushal to Portray 'Eternal Warrior of Dharma' Chiranjeevi Parashurama in 'Mahavatar'!

Bollywood sensation Vicky Kaushal is set to take on one of the most iconic roles of his career as Chiranjeevi Parashurama in the upcoming mythological epic "Mahavatar," directed by

Thursday, November 14, 2024
'Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein' Season 2 Trailer Unveiled: A Thrilling Ride of Kidnapping, Betrayal, and Revenge!

The much-anticipated trailer for the second season of Netflix's hit streaming series 'Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein' was released on Wednesday, offering fans a glimpse into the

Thursday, November 14, 2024
Ananya Panday Turns Up the Heat in Sizzling Bikini Photos from Dubai Vacation!

Ananya Panday recently took to social media to share glimpses from her Dubai vacation, captivating her fans with stunning beach photos. The Bollywood actress posted a

Thursday, November 14, 2024
Shraddha Kapoor Shares Her Views on Success, Failure, and Everything in Between in Filmfare's November 2024 Edition!

Shraddha Kapoor, a powerhouse performer known for her charm and versatility, continues to dominate Hindi Cinema, a journey that has rightfully landed her on the cover

Thursday, November 14, 2024
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT