FLC Hosts Thought-Provoking Film Screenings with ‘Close’ and ‘Follower’ Over the Weekend
FLC hosted weekend screenings of “Close” (2022) and “Follower” (2025), sparking emotional reflection and critical discussions on vulnerability, social media influence, and digital identity.
Prasanth Subramani
At FLC, this weekend brought together two impactful film screenings that turned cinema into a space for reflection and dialogue.
On Saturday, Close (2022), directed by Lukas Dhont, was screened, followed by a deeply moving discussion. The film’s tender portrayal of childhood friendship, emotional vulnerability, and societal pressure resonated strongly with the audience. The conversation that followed naturally shifted from film analysis to personal reflections, with participants sharing thoughts on masculinity, loss, and unspoken emotions. The screening became less about interpretation and more about collective emotional experience.
On Sunday, the tone changed with Follower (2025), directed by Harshad Nalawade. Rooted in present-day realities, the film opened up intense discussions around social media influence, political ideologies, digital identity, and the psychology of online radicalisation. The audience actively engaged in debating how opinions are shaped in the digital age and the fine line between awareness and manipulation.
Together, the two screenings showcased the power of cinema beyond entertainment. Close invited empathy and introspection, while Follower encouraged critical thinking and debate.
