Zoya Akhtar's 'Turtle Walker' to Kick-Off ALTEFF Festival with Powerful Conservation Story
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Mumbai - The All Living Things Environmental Film Festival (ALTEFF) is set to begin on December 4, featuring a powerful documentary that has been making waves globally. 'Turtle Walker', backed by renowned filmmaker Zoya Akhtar, will open the festival with a story of quiet heroism and conservation. The documentary, produced by Akhtar, Reema Kagti, and Taira Malaney, tells the inspiring tale of Satish Bhaskar, an Indian pioneer in sea turtle conservation. Bhaskar's remarkable journey along India's coastlines in the late 1970s saw him live alongside rare sea turtles, unraveling the mysteries surrounding these enigmatic creatures and dedicating his life to saving them from extinction. 'Turtle Walker' has received widespread acclaim, winning the Conservation Award at the International Ocean Film Festival and the 'Conservation' and 'Grand Teton' Awards at the Jackson Wild Media Awards. The film's producers believe it is a tribute to Bhaskar's selfless dedication to protecting the environment. Festival director Kunal Khanna expressed his honor at featuring 'Turtle Walker' as the opening film, stating that Bhaskar's story embodies the essence of ALTEFF - reconnecting with the natural world and inspiring meaningful action. Director Malaney reflected on working on the film, saying it instilled a deep sense of wonder for the marine world and renewed her hope for the future. Producers Kagti and Akhtar emphasize the importance of sharing this story with a wider audience, highlighting the fragility and resilience of nature. The ALTEFF festival will run from December 4 to 14, celebrating films that promote climate awareness and action. 'Turtle Walker' is a testament to the impact one individual can have on environmental history, and its opening at ALTEFF is a celebration of the power of storytelling in inspiring positive change.
