Chhattisgarh Sketches(2004)
A digital diary reflecting Jon Jost's experiences in India in 2003, when he was teaching filmmaking with digital cameras there. The material in this impressionistic film is adapted to the Indian way of life, with the cheerfulness of vibrant colors contrasting with impressions from one of India's poorest regions.
Movie: Chhattisgarh Sketches
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