OdishaLIVE Bureau
Odisha born director in International Children’s Film Festival
Film producer & Siffcy festival director Jitendra Mishra is selected as a jury member for the prestigious European Children Film Association (ECFA) this year. He will join the jury panel of 23rd Schlingel International film festival scheduled from 1 to 7 October in Chemnitz city of Germany.
“I feel honored that, this is my 5th International Jury invitation this year and it gives me opportunities to learn & exchange ideas, practices & cinema among the global industry leaders and implement them in our endeavors. Schlingel is one of the most credible festivals in its category and I am excited to attend it this year”, said Jitendra on this occasion.
Jitendra has been the festival director of the unique film festival ‘SIFFCY’ (Smile Int’l FF for Children & Youth) which he has conceived the idea & designed for India’s Smile Foundation.His current production ‘The Last Color’ directed by Michelin Starred Chef Vikas Khanna is all set for world release soon, the first look of the film was launched during the official event of prestigious Cannes Film festival this year.
Born in Titlagarh, Odisha, Jitendra Mishra has been engaged in ‘Alternative method of Film Production, Distribution & Promotion’ at international level. Jitendra has been associated with socially relevant films made for young audience.
 this year. He will join the jury panel of 23rd Schlingel International film festival scheduled from 1 to 7 October in Chemnitz city of Germany.){kind=link}