The National Documentary Short Film Festival is an initiative of the Centre for Media Studies in collaboration with the International Film Festival of Thrissur. NDSF gives a platform for the budding/emerging creators to illustrte their talent on a national arena with an opportunity to interact with eminent film fraternities. With a dedication to enhance the awareness of the society with an appreciation of the art form, NDSF lays a ground for the films to reach a much wider audience. NDSF gives an opportunity for both the emerging and established filmmakers to showcase their works.