With over nine participating schools, the event recognised the talent of many budding artists in Goa including two students from DBHS-Panjim.

The FilmIt Club of Don Bosco High School, Panjim, successfully hosted and organised this year’s INTACH Filmit Festival on the school campus. Over nine schools joined the festival with around 70 participants including teachers and students attending the day-long event. It was a vibrant celebration of creativity and heritage filmmaking.

Dr Isabel Santa Rita Vaz, a playwright, theatre director and founder of the Mustard Seed Art Company, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Dr Vaz encouraged the students to boldly pursue creative expression. Also joining the festival as a speaker was Fatima Gracias, convenor, INTACH Goa Chapter, who spoke about ongoing projects by Intach HECS (Heritage Education and Communication Service) in Goa. The festival was also honoured by the presence of Purnima Datt, principal director, HECS, who gave an introduction on the origin of FILMIT club and its purpose, which was followed by the screening of selected films such as Kingfisher Diaries and Goan Heritage.

The festival concluded with students of the different schools being commended for their outstanding work. Don Bosco High School’s Prathamesh H (XA) won Best Film for ‘Mission Failed: Hasn’t It?’ The short film revolves around a school's observance of gratitude day. It distinctly presents the narrative from three separate perspectives: the school head boy, the class monitor, and the class students. Speaking about the project, Prathamesh explained, “The film integrates mild comedy, plot twists, and unforeseen progressions. It effectively communicates the importance of  leadership and the valuable insights adapted from errors.”

For his short film ‘Godde’, Cansio D (VI B) won the Best Interactive Film award. The film captures the nostalgic charm of the kids marble game (goti) while also exploring its history and popularity. Shot in Nikon Z50, the three-minute film was captured, directed and edited by the student himself.

Many such enthusiastic entries were recognised and awarded at the end of the festival. The FilmIT club is committed to nurturing and encouraging budding artists and filmmakers in their creative pursuits.