Mr Dominic Megam Sangma, a filmmaker who had gained international repute for his film “Rapture” (Rimdogittanga), who graduated from Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute, India, specializing in Direction and Screenplay Writing had an enriching interaction with the students of Don Bosco College, Tura on 15 July 2024. The students were overjoyed to meet him in person in the college auditorium and this face to face encounter with the world renowned personality motivated them much. Dominic's first feature film Ma·ama became the first Garo film to win a National Award. His second feature film “Rapture” became a huge success in the film festival. It was world premiered In the Locarno Film Festival. It won the Best Cultural Diversity award in the Asian Pacific Screen Awards in Brisbane Australia, won NETPAC Award in MAMI, Mumbai, and won Honourable Mention Award in Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles. He was on Juries for the Indian Panorama, IFFI, and Guwahati International Short Film and Documentary Film Festival; he was also on a Preview Committee for the International Film Festival of India. He was selected in Berlinale Talents 2020.
"Rapture" by Dominic Megam Sangma is a rare breed of cinema, set in the heart of a remote village in the Garo Hills. The film is a visual marvel, thanks to the awesome cinematography by Tojo Xavier and the immersive sound design by Vineet Vashistha. From the very beginning, "Rapture" captivates the audience and leaves them in a state of awe long after the credits roll.
This sophomore film deserves the highest praise and a must-watch film for its compelling plot. It carries elements reminiscent of Dostoevsky's, delving into complex character and morality themes. It delves into the complexities of belonging, shedding light on real-world issues while wrapped in rich symbolism and poetic storytelling.
"Rapture" is a profound exploration of light and darkness, raising thought-provoking questions about who the true outsiders are in a community on the edge. This film is a triumph of art and storytelling.
