Krishan Hooda directorial Rebellious Flower won Special Mention Jury Award at Salento International Film Festival held in Tricase, Italy 2015. The film was a closing night film and the screening was graced by Indian Ambassador to Italy Mr. Basant Gupta. Krishan Hooda represented officially represented India in Italy.
As reported by Italian news media “Rebellious Flower by Indian director ‘Krishan Hooda’, is a contribution to the knowledge of the personal biography of a man who represented a philosophical reference far beyond the borders of his country, and that brings us back to the ancient roots of certain philosophy / spirituality of the ancient ‘West mixed Orient”.
Salento International Film Festival celebrates real cinema around the world and the event witnessed many Italian celebrities and filmmakers, one of them was Marco Leonardi – Once upon a time in Mexico fame. The event was held in Piazza Pisanelli, in the heart of the Historic Centre of Tricase from 4thSeptember to 12th September 2015.
“Our work was liked and appreciated by everyone. I always wanted ‘Rebellious Flower’ should speak for itself and it spoke volumes. We could hear that with the accolade we received” said director Krishan Hooda.