Indian Premiere of 'Turtle Walker' at IDSFFK 2023

New Delhi, Aug 13 (PTI) Award-winning documentary "Turtle Walker," produced by Tiger Baby and Emaho Films, is poised to make its Indian debut at the 17th International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala (IDSFFK) on August 23. The film, written and directed by Taira Malaney, is supported by film industry stalwarts Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, in collaboration with the Oscar-winning HHMI Tangled Bank Studio.

Set in the late 1970s, "Turtle Walker" narrates the journey of Satish Bhaskar, who sets out on an extensive quest to unravel the mysteries around sea turtles and efforts to prevent their extinction.

"I have been waiting for the day we premiere 'Turtle Walker' in India, and the International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala feels just so apt for our very first screening," shared Malaney. "Satish grew up on Vypin Island, Kochi. This is where he discovered a fascination for the sea as a young child, and where giant leatherback turtles were once found to nest. We look forward to bringing this deeply personal story of wonder and resilience to audiences across India," she added.

Zoya Akhtar expressed her excitement, emphasizing, "It’s especially meaningful to have the film’s India premiere at IDSFFK - a festival that truly values powerful, purpose-driven storytelling."

Reema Kagti added, "'Turtle Walker' is a story we are proud to share – it’s rooted in India but speaks to people everywhere. We are excited for its India premiere at IDSFFK and for this story of human resilience and determination to reach more audiences."

The film is also produced by Angad Dev Singh, Vikram Malaney, and Taira Malaney, with executive producers Isabelle Couture, James Reed, Jared Lipworth, Sean B. Carroll, and Nikita Mamik.

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