FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does Chakara mean?

It is a Malayalam word for a natural phenomenom that occurs in Kerala after the monsoon, the Monsoon Tide. The rivers flow out into the sea and deposit silt. The silt forms into sand bars which create large sea pools inside which the water is really calm and the fish are abundant. It is a time of plenty when fishermen are sure of a great catch.

What inspired the story?

When Nick backpacked around India in his early twenties the colours, smells and sounds had a huge impact on him and helped to inspire the story. The characters are based partly on people he has encountered in life and his own imagination.

How did you raise money to make the film?

The money was raised through private investors using available tax breaks and the Producer Tax Credit Scheme.