Akshaya Sawant
Artist, Director, Editor
Mumbai, IndiaWith an instinct to play with the cinematic language and form, I explore subjects that are taboo in society and desire to make films that leave the audience thoughtful; since an expression through filmmaking seems to me an act of life as integral as breathing. Social issues disturb me personally, and I often volunteer to create awareness in society: To highlight environmental hazards posed by religious Indian idols being dispersed in the ocean, I cleaned up a beach along with my fellow students. To demonstrate the humanitarian horrors of the 26/11 terrorist attacks in Mumbai, I painted a tall city wall. I made street art to showcase the ill effects of smoking tobacco and marched with thousands of people in America for equality, decency and justice for women. And I intend for my films to continue in the same vein. Through Cinema, I want to address issues like climate change, inequality, social injustice and human relationships. I feel a sense of responsibility towards the world I live in, and I feel Cinema gives me a hope that my expression can bring about change.
Work Experience
Education
Languages
English (Fluent),
Hindi (Native),
Marathi (Native),
Skills
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe Photoshop,
Artist,
Belly Dancing,
Choreography,
Cinematography,
Conceptualizing,
Dance Instructor,
Direction,
Drawing,
Editing,
Final Cut Pro,
Painting,
Videography,