By the time we wrapped our last shooting day, we had collected over 300 hours of footage. Lungs shouted for justice and moments later filled with teargas. A father baked cookies during a moment of peace. A police chief and a mayor cited lack of data. Our creative team quickly realized we had several possible movies on our hands, but our goal was singular; we wanted to communicate the story of Ferguson through the eyes of the people who lived it. As we looked for inspiration we came to understand our obstacle more clearly. We were entering a landscape where audiences were used to a particular type of journey. In historical moments like the one we are living through, we look for guidance in stories. One could argue that it is therapeutic to watch a person or group pursue a goal, and through some climactic moment succeed or fail, providing us with a lesson learned, and a sense of resolution.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy
Bayview Bhutani Film City seeks excellence in every aspect of its business and is committed to making meaningful contributions to society by supporting initiatives that enhance quality of life, promote education, secure the environment and foster inclusivity. The company consistently endeavors to create lasting social value by directing resources towards projects that uplift communities and encourage responsible citizenship.
The CSR Committee shall be formed as per statutory guidelines and will:
- Define, recommend and periodically update the CSR policy.
- Identify and approve CSR initiatives in line with Schedule VII of the Act.
- Allocate budgets and ensure proper fund utilization.
- Monitor implementation and impact assessments of CSR activities.
The Committee will comprise at least two or more Directors appointed by the Board. Meetings will be conducted regularly to evaluate progress and effectiveness.
Bayview Bhutani Film City prioritizes CSR efforts in the following key areas:
- Education & Skill Development
- Healthcare & Well-being
- Environmental Sustainability
- Community Development & Social Welfare
- Arts, Culture & Heritage Conservation
- Directly managed projects under company leadership.
- Partnerships with NGOs, trusts and social enterprises.
- Collaborations with government bodies for large-scale social impact.
- Employee engagement programs encouraging staff participation in CSR activities.
All CSR projects will be regularly reviewed for effectiveness, with transparent reporting mechanisms in place.
- The CSR Committee will oversee and evaluate all CSR programs.
- Execution of CSR Policy.
- Identifying projects and key initiatives pursuant to CSR Policy.
- Facilitating allocation of funds to the projects as identified for CSR activities.
- Monitoring CSR Projects to establish effectiveness of CSR efforts and apprise the same to CSR Committee.
- Compilation of information & preparation of Annual Reports on CSR activities and presenting the same to CSR Committee.
- Any other activity necessary to ensure achievement of CSR objectives.
The CSR policy will be reviewed periodically to incorporate necessary amendments in compliance with legal changes or evolving social priorities. The Board reserves the right to modify, update, or refine the policy based on recommendations from the CSR Committee.