Kulasekharapattinam - A Spectacle For The Gods

Kulasekharapattinam - A Spectacle For The Gods

2021 | 20 minutes |

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Director: Gopinath Krishnamoorthy

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Dussehra - an Indian festival that shows the victory of good over evil is celebrated with much pomp across the country. But one hitherto unknown rural region rejoices during the event like no other! In Kulasekharapattinam, people please a local goddess by dressing up as deities, gypsies & even beggars! This practice turns the festival into a vibrant event full of color, music & dance!

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