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{{Short description|Indian filmmaker}}
{{AI-generated|date=December 2025}}
{{Infobox person
| name = Dominic Sangma
| image =
| alma_mater = Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute
| years_active = 2015 to present
| notable_works = ''[[Ma.Ama]]'' , ''[[Rapture (2023 film)|Rapture]]''
}}

'''Dominic Sangma''' is a filmmaker based in the Northeastern Indian state [[Meghalaya]]. He made the films ''[[Ma.Ama]]'' and ''[[Rapture (2023 film)|Rapture]]''. ''Ma.Ama'' won the Best Film Award in [[Garo people|Garo]] language in the [[66th National Film Awards]]. His feature film ''Rapture'' won many awards at film festivals and awards, held in India and abroad.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gani |first=Abdul |date=2019-11-15 |title=Chinese producer helps make award-winning Garo language film |url=https://thenewsmill.com/2019/11/chinese-producer-helps-make-award-winning-garo-language-film/ |access-date=2024-10-12 |website=thenewsmill.com |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-08-21 |title=Rapture: Indian independent cinema at its finest, Dominic Sangma's film has more courage and creativity than the entire mainstream combined |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/entertainment-others/rapture-rimdogittanga-indian-independent-cinema-at-its-finest-dominic-sangma-9523468/ |access-date=2024-10-12 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> Known for his work that deeply reflects the culture, history, and folklore of his region, Sangma's films often explore themes of identity, spirituality, and the human experience, particularly through the lens of his Garo community.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Indulge |first=Team |date=2024-08-23 |title=Meghalaya filmmaker Dominic Sangma on his film 'Rapture' |url=https://www.indulgexpress.com/entertainment/cinema/2024/Aug/23/meghalaya-filmmaker-dominic-sangma-on-his-film-rapture |access-date=2024-10-13 |website=Indulgexpress |language=en}}</ref>

== Career ==
A graduate of the [[Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute]] in [[Kolkata]], Sangma's career began with a focus on documentary filmmaking, but he quickly transitioned into fiction films that capture the essence of his heritage. His debut feature film, ''Ma'ama'' (2018), received international recognition for its portrayal of loss and the quest for understanding the afterlife. The film was screened at multiple film festivals and won several awards, establishing Sangma as a significant voice in Indian [[Independent film|independent cinema]].

Sangma's storytelling style combines poetic visuals, minimalistic dialogues, and a focus on natural soundscapes, drawing inspiration from the [[slow cinema]] movement. His work is often marked by an intimate connection with nature and the spiritual elements of Garo traditions, creating a cinematic experience that is both immersive and contemplative.

He continues to work on projects that highlight the rich, diverse culture of Meghalaya and has become a prominent figure in promoting and representing Northeastern Indian cinema on global platforms.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute |url=https://srfti.ac.in/?page_id=16 |access-date=2024-10-13 |website=srfti.ac.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Gani |first=Abdul |title=Meghalaya filmmaker's Rapture bound for Cannes |url=https://www.telegraphindia.com/north-east/meghalaya-filmmakers-rapture-bound-for-cannes/cid/1686836 |website=telegraphindia.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=NewsDesk |first=T. N. M. |date=2023-07-11 |title='Rapture' reflects my own experience as a kid, says director Dominic Sangma |url=https://thenewsmill.com/2023/07/rapture-reflects-my-own-experience-as-a-kid-says-director-dominic-sangma/ |access-date=2024-10-13 |website=thenewsmill.com |language=en-US}}</ref>

== Collaboration with China and other global partners ==
[[File:Dominic Sangma Xu Jianshang.jpg|thumb|300px|Dominic Sangma with Chinese producer Xu Jianshang at Guwahati International Film Festival in Guwahati. Photo by: [[Abdul Gani]]]]
Dominic Sangma's journey into international collaboration began with his diploma film, ''Rong'kuchak'' (Echoes), which was showcased at the student film festival at the [[Beijing Film Academy]]. It was there that Chinese producer Xu Jianshang, who was also studying at the academy, discovered Sangma's work and was instantly drawn to his storytelling style. This initial connection laid the foundation for a unique collaboration, leading Jianshang and Sangma to co-produce his debut feature film, ''[[Ma.Ama]]''. Their partnership continued with their second film, ''[[Rapture (2023 film)|Rapture]]'', which delves into the realm of magic realism, marking a shift from the personal to the imaginative in Sangma’s storytelling.

''Rapture'' received support from international film funds, including Hubert Bals, Visions Sud Est, and the [[Doha Film Institute]]. The film is produced by Sangma's Anna Films in collaboration with Xu Jianshang and Sun Li from China, along with Indian producers Anu Rangachar, Harsh Agarwal, Aditya Grover, and Stephen Zacharias. Additionally, Eva Gunme R. Marak, a patron of Northeast Indian arts based in Meghalaya, played a significant role in the project. This diverse production team highlights Sangma's commitment to fostering cross-cultural collaborations while bringing Northeast Indian narratives to a global audience.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Joshi |first=Namrata |date=2018-11-16 |title=Ma.Ama, the result of a unique Indo-China partnership |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/mother-of-my-dreams/article25517803.ece |access-date=2024-10-13 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Shackleton |first=Liz |date=2023-11-03 |title=Dominic Sangma On Fear Of Outsiders In Rare India-China Collaboration 'Rapture' – APSAs & Mumbai Film Festival |url=https://deadline.com/2023/11/mumbai-film-festival-asia-pacific-screen-awards-dominic-sangma-rapture-1235591738/ |access-date=2024-10-13 |website=Deadline |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Reporter |date=2024-07-31 |title='Rapture' wins Best Cinematography award at Malaysia film festival |url=https://meghalayamonitor.com/rapture-wins-best-cinematography-award-at-malaysia-film-festival/ |access-date=2024-10-13 |website=Meghalaya Monitor |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Wangchuk |first=Rinchen Norbu |date=2019-06-12 |title=This Man's Brilliant Stories Took Him from a Meghalaya Village to Cannes Film Festival! |url=https://thebetterindia.com/185859/cannes-film-festival-meghalaya-india-dominic-sangma/ |access-date=2024-10-13 |website=The Better India |language=en-US}}</ref>

== Release in France ==
Sangma's 'Rapture' was released in over 100 theatres across France in May 2024. The release was announced by Capricci Cinema in collaboration with Anna Films Shillong. The film explores the deep cultural and spiritual realms of the Garo community, captivating audiences worldwide and highlighting the rich heritage and traditions of [[Northeast India]] on an international platform.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2024-05-16 |title=Garo film released across 100 theatres in France |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/shillong/garo-film-released-across-100-theatres-in-france/articleshow/110161255.cms |access-date=2024-10-13 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>

== References ==
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[[Category:Film people from Meghalaya]]
[[Category:Indian film directors]]
[[Category:Film directors from Meghalaya]]
[[Category:Year of birth missing (living people)]]
[[Category:Living people]]

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FlorenciaMacDevi at 19:46, 19 April 2026