Team Goemkarponn
Panaji: A Goan student short film, “Act to Achieve” by Mario Pimenta, has been selected for the 2025 Frome International Climate Film Festival. This prestigious festival, dedicated to raising awareness about climate change and the environment, is now in its fourth year.
The festival received 1,148 entries from more than 100 countries, and “Act to Achieve” is one of the 356 films chosen for screening. The film will be showcased on May 18th at the Cheese and Grain venue in Frome, Somerset, UK.
Act to Achieve” is an experimental short film directed by Mario Pimenta. The film encourages viewers to take action against climate change, urging them not to wait for others to act but to start making a difference themselves. Some of the film’s scenes were shot by Pimenta’s classmates, Sharvi Dhond and Craig Rodrigues.
The Frome International Climate Film Festival, also known as “The Climates,” focuses on the theme “Together We Are Stronger.” The festival will also feature the UK premiere of DreamScapes, a film directed by Christian Machacek and narrated by Kate Winslet as Mother Earth.
In addition to international film screenings, the festival will offer a range of activities, including eco-art displays, children’s programs, and green technology exhibits. There will also be a panel discussion featuring notable figures such as local MP Anna Sabine. The festival’s mission is to inspire positive change and foster global collaboration in the fight against climate change.
The selection of “Act to Achieve” highlights the talent and creativity of Goan student filmmakers and serves as a point of pride for the Goan community.
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