Title of film : Messi: Jiboner Katakuti Khela
Cast & crew :
Producer : Anilava chatterjee
Editor : NA
Cast :
Synopsis : "Messi: A Short Film of Shattered Dreams" In the quiet neighbourhood where dreams drifted like whispers through the air, there lived a young boy named Appu. Born into a middle-class family, Appu's heart danced to the rhythm of one singular dream—to play football professionally and hoist his family's name to heights they had never dared imagine. For Appu, the football field was more than just grass and goalposts; it was his canvas, where he painted his dreams with each flicker of the ball. Appu's journey toward this dream was marked by boundless determination. He practiced tirelessly, his feet moving in perfect harmony with his heart's desires. The applause of his family was his symphony, their unwavering belief in his talents serving as the wind beneath his wings. Yet, fate can be as cruel as it is unpredictable. In a cruel twist of destiny, Appu's dreams were shattered one fateful day when a mishap on the field left him with a broken leg. His once nimble legs, capable of weaving through defenders like a magician, were now fragile and encased in a cast. Appu was robbed of the very thing that had defined him, and he found himself at a crossroads, his dreams slipping through his fingers like grains of sand. With a heavy heart, Appu knew he had to face a harsh reality. His family, already struggling to make ends meet, needed him more than ever. The burden of financial responsibility now rested squarely on his young shoulders. He made the agonizing decision to leave his beloved football behind and join a delivery service agency. As he navigated the bustling streets with packages in tow, Appu couldn't help but steal glances at the football field he once called home. The cheers of his friends and the thrill of scoring goals still echoed in his ears, a haunting reminder of the dreams that had been ripped away from him. However, as days turned into weeks and weeks into months, Appu began to find a different kind of satisfaction in his newfound role. He was no longer the star on the field, but he was a provider, ensuring that his family had food on the table and a roof over their heads. He discovered strength within himself that he never knew existed. "Messi: A Short Film of Shattered Dreams" is a heart-wrenching tale of resilience and sacrifice, of a boy who had to let go of his dream to pick up the pieces of his family's shattered hopes. It is a story of determination and the unyielding spirit that propels us forward even when life forces us to change our course. Appu's journey reminds us that dreams may be broken, but the indomitable human spirit can rise from the ashes, forging a path to a different kind of triumph—financial stability, love, and the enduring strength of family.
