Langdai Ama (English: The Juncture) is a 2024 Manipuri film written and directed by Binoranjan Oinam.[1][2] The film is produced by Reshi Thokchom under the banner of Evening Star Films and presented by Artina Thoudam.[3] Amarr Mayanglambam, Amarjeet Rajkumar and Leishangthem Tonthoi star as the leads.[4][5] The film got official selections at the 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival (BVFF) 2024 and 2nd Eikhoigi Imphal International Film Festival 2025.[6][7][8] The movie was screened at the 2nd North East India Film Festival 2025, Manipur on 12 February 2025 under the competition section.[9][10][11].[12][13]

Plot

Thoiba's parents contrasting views on his career creates ample room for building up significant tension. The situation worsens as their disagreements threaten to end their marriage, putting Thoiba in a difficult position. He is faced with the dilemma of choosing between supporting his mother or siding with his father. It becomes more poignant after an incident that pressures Thoiba to confront his own values and priorities.[14]

Cast

  • Amarr Mayanglambam as Thoiba Rajkumar, Documentary filmmaker
  • Amarjeet Rajkumar as Ibochou Rajkumar, Owner of a construction company
  • Leishangthem Tonthoi as Leima, Folk singer
  • Heisnam Ongbi Indu as Leima's mother
  • Jayvidya Ningthouja
  • Maibi Oinam Dhani

Accolades

Award Category Winner's name Result Ref.
9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival 2024 Best Direction Binoranjan Oinam Won [15][16][17]

References

  1. ^ "Bodo film 'Bibo Binanao' director Binoranjan Oinam win top honours at Brahmaputra Valley film fest". The Week. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  2. ^ "Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival Celebrates Cinematic Excellence". www.devdiscourse.com. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  3. ^ Pallav Bora. "Assam: 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival concludes". Northeast Now. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  4. ^ "Garo film Chanchisoa wins award at 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival". highlandpost.com. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  5. ^ "Assam: Rima Das's 'Village Rockstars 2' to screen at Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival". Northeast Now. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  6. ^ "Curtains close on 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival". East Mojo. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  7. ^ "Tigmanshu Dhulia's Presence Elevates a Glorious Celebration of Storytelling and Creativity in BVFF". www.nktv.in. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  8. ^ "Festival Schedule - Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival 2024" (PDF). brahmaputravalleyfilmfestival.com. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  9. ^ Sentinel Digital Desk. "Three Assamese Films Selected For Screening At 2nd North East India Film Festival In Manipur". The Sentinel. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
  10. ^ "10 films in competition at 2nd edition of North East India Film Festival in Manipur". Northeast News. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
  11. ^ "2nd North East India Film Festival 2025 to Be Held in Imphal from February 12 to 16". Ukhrul Times. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
  12. ^ Phurailatpam Keny Devi. "Manipur: Second NE India film festival celebrating cinematic heritage inaugurated in Imphal". India Today NE. Retrieved 13 February 2025.
  13. ^ "2nd NEIFF 2025 kicks off Cinematic brilliance of NE to be showcased". The Sangai Express. Retrieved 13 February 2025.
  14. ^ Team Langdai Ama. "Langdai Ama (the juncture) : Synopsis of Feature Film". e-pao.net. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  15. ^ "Bodo film 'Bibo Binanao', director Binoranjan Oinam win top honours at Brahmaputra Valley film fest". Hindustan Times.
  16. ^ "Binoranjan Oinam received Best Director at 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival 2024 - Guwahati, 08th December 2024 :: Manipuri feature Langdai Ama (The Juncture)". e-pao.net. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  17. ^ "Bodo film 'Bibo Binanao', director Binoranjan Oinam win top honours at Brahmaputra Valley film fest". Times of India.
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