Satyen Dutta

"XAATHOR" is a fictional Assamese short film about a boy determined not to sacrifice his dreams for the sake of so-called 'family tradition'. To resolve his predicament, he seeks help from the past and finds himself ensnared in a time loop, with problems repeatedly haunting him. The film explores the 'Grandfather Paradox' and the 'Infinite Hotel Paradox'. It showcases the Assamese traditional drama (Bhaona), allowing viewers to feel the dedication and heart put into every scene. Ultimately, time itself has the final say, leaving the audience to unravel the riddle of time.