MUMBAI — "Kush," a 25-mintue short Indian film, has been short-listed for the Oscar's race. Three or five films out of these 10 films will be selected for Oscar nomination by the Short Films and Feature Animation Branch members. "Kush," directed by Shubhashish Bhutiani, said the film is inspired by a true story that takes place during the riots that followed the assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1984. The story revolves around a school picnic where a teacher is trying to protect Kush, the only Sikh child in the group from the violence raging around them, according to NDTV. "The film is getting a great response and is set to travel to some more festivals. The big responsibility for us now it to get it noticed to as many people as possible," producer Sanjay Bhutiani said. — SG
