Annecy Winner Upamanyu Bhattacharyya’s ‘Heirloom’ Closes French Co-Production With Condor Films, Lands CNC Grant (EXCLUSIVE)

"Heirloom," an animated feature film, has finalized its French co-production with Condor Films and received a grant from the CNC's Aide aux Cinémas du Monde. This period family fantasy marks the directorial debut of Upamanyu Bhattacharyya, who previously won the City of Annecy Award in 2020 for his short film "Wade." The story of "Heirloom" is set in Ahmedabad in 1960 and explores themes of family and fantasy. The film's development has been supported by this significant French backing, indicating international interest in Bhattacharyya's work. Condor Films, a Paris-based company, will be a key partner in bringing the project to fruition. The Aide aux Cinémas du Monde grant from the Centre national du cinéma et de l'image animée (CNC) is a crucial endorsement and financial contribution for international co-productions involving French entities. This development positions "Heirloom" for a wider release and further international collaboration.