Moonwalk Will Be A Joyful Ride For Young And Old

Filmmaker Vinod AK discusses Moonwalk's nostalgic setting, 80s dance, casting newcomers, overcoming production challenges, and the powerful influence of music and mentorship in his debut feature

- VIVEK SANTHOSH

UST BEFORE the release of his long-cherished debut feature Moonwalk, filmmaker Vinod AK speaks with quiet enthusiasm and thoughtful calmness. With over two decades of experience in advertising, he's a man used to telling stories in thirty-second bursts. However, Moonwalk, which hits theatres today, is a full-length canvas that he paints with nostalgia, rhythm and youthful passion. "I hope it will be a joyful ride for everyone. It's a film that both young people and older folks can relate to, so we expect it to have a universal appeal," Vinod says, distilling the film's essence into a single, hopeful sentence.

At first glance, Moonwalk might seem like a dance film because its trailers tease kinetic energy, music, and vibrant choreography. But Vinod insists it's more than that. "Dance was their passion, but what drives the story is the life behind it, including the friendships and the romances that happened while they were chasing their dream," he explains.