‘Murders Too Close – Love Too Far’ to screen on January 17 and 19 under Global Cinema

Guwahati, Jan 8: The India–Israel international feature film Murders Too Close – Love Too Far, co-directed by noted Assamese filmmaker Manju Borah and Israeli filmmaker Dan Wolman, has been selected for screening at the Pune International Film Festival (PIFF) 2026 under the Global Cinema section.
The film will be screened on Saturday, January 17, and Monday, January 19, as part of the festival lineup.

Confirming the selection, co-director Dan Wolman said, “I am happy to share that our film has been accepted at the Pune International Film Festival and will be presented there on January 19.”

Murders Too Close – Love Too Far is the first international co-production involving an Assamese production and a foreign production house, supported by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting through the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC).

Notably, the entire film was shot in Assam with a local Assamese crew, highlighting the region’s growing technical strength and creative readiness for global collaborations.

Co-produced by Manju Borah, Amir Gedalia, and Dan Wolman, the 108-minute crime drama features an ensemble cast including Siddharth Nipon Goswami, Shaminn Mannan, Seema Biswas, Bhagirathi Bai Kadam, and Adil Hussain. The screenplay is jointly written by Borah and Wolman, with cinematography by Partha Borgohain, editing by Eyal Amir, sound design by Debajit Gayan, and music composed by Sanket Joshi.

Set in and around a rural police station, the film follows senior CBI officer Ram Chaudhary as he investigates the murder of two policemen. During the probe, he meets Gita, a gifted artist whose work delves into mob psychology and collective behaviour. As their relationship evolves, a series of further killings entangles personal emotions with procedural investigation, leading to a powerful and unexpected revelation.

Reflecting on the collaboration, Manju Borah said the project represents the expanding reach of Assamese cinema on international platforms. “Being selected at PIFF is a proud moment not just for our film, but for Assamese cinema as a whole. It shows that stories from Assam can resonate globally when driven by strong collaboration and local talent,” she said.

Dan Wolman, whose body of work includes internationally acclaimed films such as Hide and Seek, Precious Life, and Judas, brings decades of global filmmaking experience to the project. He was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 49th International Film Festival of India in 2018.

Manju Borah, a National Award-winning filmmaker, is widely recognised for her socially grounded, indigenous and women-centric narratives. Their collaboration blends international cinematic sensibilities with strong regional authenticity.
Cinematographer Partha Borgohain described the experience as creatively fulfilling. “Working with an international team while remaining rooted in local landscapes and practices was deeply satisfying. I am grateful for the opportunity,” he said.

The film’s selection at PIFF 2026 is expected to further enhance Assam’s visibility on the global cinematic stage and encourage more international projects rooted in the region. It also underscores how local stories, artists, and technicians from Assam can successfully find space on global platforms with the right mix of creative vision, collaboration, and institutional support.

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