Panaji, Nov 23 (UNI) Pierre Filmon, director of ‘Close Encounters with Vilmos Zsigmond’, being screened under 'Documenting the Legends' section at 47th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) which is underway here, has said that he felt hounoured for his film being screened at IFFI. Speaking to media here, he said, 'It is my first visit to India and feel honoured that my film is being screened at the 47th IFFI. The film explores the life and artistry of one of the virtuoso founding fathers of contemporary cinematography, the Hungarian born neo-realist, Vilmos Zsigmond.' The Director said his film was about the craft, genius and the man himself. He said he made the documentary because he wanted to portray the simplicity and generosity of one of the best cinematographers in history. He said, 'I believe it is not mine, but their (Pierre and Vilmos) documentary, and Vilmos himself helped him shoot, when requested. Furthermore, this documentary is the declaration of his love towards cinema. He took pride in making this documentary, as through the film, Vilmos Zsigmond, will always be alive on the screen.' UNI AKM NV SB 1403