Mercury in the Mist : Release and Launch

Release & Launch of a Documentary
MERCURY IN THE MIST
Directed by Amudhan R.P.

On 1 July 2011 at 7 p.m.

at National Folklore Support Centre (NFSC)
505, Kaveri Complex,
behind Ganpath Hotel
Nungambakkam High Road, Nungambakkam Chennai

First DVD copy will be released by
Mr.Rathnavelu
cinematographer
(ENDIRAN, VAARANAM AAYIRAM, SETHU, NANDHA & more)

First DVD copy will be received by
Ms. Vahidha Nizam
Vice-president, AITUC

Followed by the screening of the film:

MERCURY IN THE MIST
Dir: Amudhan R.P; 16 min;

A campaign documentary about the plight of the environment and ex-workers affected by mercury pollution from Hindustan Unilever's thermometer factory in Kodaikanal. More than 30 workers have died till date, and several tons of mercury have been discharged in and around the factory. But the company refuses to take responsibility.

Guest speakers:
Mr.Bharathi Krishnakumar: writer/filmmaker/orator

Mr.Mahindra Babu: President, Ex workers Association, Ponds India Limited, Kodaikanal

Mr.Nityanand Jayaraman: Activist

We welcome you!

Jointly organised by
MARUPAKKAM, NFSC and
The Other Media