<h1>Documentary Filmmaker Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award for Social Justice Contributions at Film Festival</h1> A documentary filmmaker has been selected for a lifetime achievement award at the 17th International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala, recognizing significant contributions to the documentary film sector and dedication to social justice. The award includes a cash prize, citation, and statuette, to be presented during the festival. The filmmaker is noted for a documentary addressing communal violence and political issues, with works screened at numerous international festivals. Previous recipients of this award include several prominent documentary filmmakers.