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Saint Kuriakose Elias Chavara promoted the use of art and drama as a means of education and spiritual development. He saw the arts as a powerful tool for social and religious reform, writing his own works and establishing printing presses to distribute them widely

Film Festivals

Chavara Film Festivals celebrate meaningful cinema, inspiring young filmmakers to create stories that promote culture, values, and social awareness
  • Fr. Anil Philip CMI ( Director )
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Chavara Cultural Centre Kochi

Film Festivals

At Chavara Cultural Centre, Kochi, cinema is celebrated as a powerful medium of art, education, and social transformation. The Chavara Film Festivals provide a platform for filmmakers, students, and audiences to explore meaningful cinema that inspires thought, creativity, and dialogue. Each festival showcases a diverse selection of films—from thought-provoking documentaries to inspiring short films and socially relevant features—reflecting the values of humanity, culture, and compassion. Through screenings, interactive sessions, and panel discussions with acclaimed directors and artists, participants gain valuable insights into the art of filmmaking and storytelling. The festivals also serve as a bridge between art and society, encouraging young talents to use visual media as a tool for positive change. Competitions, workshops, and exhibitions conducted as part of the event nurture creativity and technical skills among emerging filmmakers. Guided by the vision of St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara, the Chavara Film Festivals uphold the mission of promoting education through art and culture, inspiring a generation that sees cinema as a force for truth, empathy, and transformation.

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  • Chavara Cultural Centre Kochi

    Near South Metro Station

  • Ernakulam South

  • Karikkamuri

  • Ph : 9495142011 / 9400068680

    chavarakochi@gmail.com

Fr.Abel International
Film Festival

The Abel International Film Festival (AIFF), organized by Chavara Cultural Centre, Kochi, is a global celebration of cinema that brings together filmmakers, artists, and audiences from around the world. Named in honor of Rev. Fr. Abel CMI, a visionary priest, poet, and pioneer of Malayalam cinema, the festival upholds his legacy of using art as a medium for education, culture, and social change.
The festival showcases a rich collection of independent films, documentaries, short films, and animations that reflect human values, creativity, and diversity. It provides a vibrant platform for emerging and established filmmakers to share their stories, explore new perspectives, and engage in cross-cultural dialogue. Through screenings, masterclasses, workshops, and panel discussions, the Abel International Film Festival fosters a creative exchange of ideas, empowering young talents and encouraging meaningful cinema that inspires awareness and empathy.
With its commitment to promoting socially responsible filmmaking, AIFF continues to strengthen Chavara Cultural Centre’s mission of blending art, education, and humanity—celebrating cinema not merely as entertainment but as a force for transformation and peace.