The five pillars

This is the structural foundation of Northeast Film Intelligence. Each pillar serves a distinct role in building a lasting cinema knowledge institution.

1

📚 Research

The intellectual backbone. Industry studies, audience research, policy analysis and historical research.

Focus: Assamese film industry · Manipuri industry · Bodo cinema · Viewing habits · Streaming · Government schemes · Early cinema history

Research Library →
2

🗄️ Archive

NEFI's most valuable long-term asset. Comprehensive records preserving the region's cinematic heritage.

Focus: Film Database · People Database · Festival Database · Oral Histories · Poster Archive

Filmography →
3

📰 Magazine

The public-facing voice of NEFI. Original criticism, analysis and storytelling.

Focus: Essays · Interviews · Reviews · Features · Translations

Coming soon
4

🎯 Opportunities

Curated listings of every available resource for film practitioners.

Focus: Grants · Fellowships · Labs · Film Funds · Residencies · Festivals

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5

🤝 Community

Building relationships and creating spaces for film culture across all eight states.

Focus: Film Clubs · Screenings · Workshops · Meetups · Volunteer Programs

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Knowledge products

Annual State of Northeast Cinema Report

A flagship publication covering developments across all eight states.

Industry reports

Deep-dive studies on Assamese cinema, independent production and women in NE cinema.

Filmographies

Comprehensive records of significant films, directors and cinematic movements.

Digital infrastructure

Searchable film database, opportunity tracker, research library and professional directory.