‘They need to be taught how a film is made’: Adoor Gopalakrishnan on SC filmmakers, women directors; sparks controversy

Adoor Gopalakrishnan’s remarks at a Kerala film event sparked controversy, particularly his views on supporting women and filmmakers from Scheduled Castes. He suggested they need ‘proper training’ before directing, leading to disagreement from other directors who emphasized trust and opportunity. Adoor also reignited controversy by criticizing protests at the K.R. Narayanan Film Institute and disparaging the television industry.