“If it wasn't for TOF, many of the wonderful films they're showing would not be seen at all. The whole festival is a labour of love for the organisers, so I hope audiences show a little back and go and support this fantastic annual event." Meera Syal, TOF Patron.
"Tongues on Fire is a very important Festival. A breath of fresh air which is frequently needed. I believe men and women directors can learn from each other." Shabana Azmi, Actress.
“We should all support Tongues on Fire because they open up doors for films that may never be seen outside of India." Mahima Choudhry, Actress
"Tongues on Fire has had a very important place in terms of showcasing world talent. It is very important to know what is happening in the rest of the world of cinema."
Shyam Benegal, Director.
"I would really like to thank TOF for honouring with the ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’. The love and respect that it has given me in an absolute foreign land is a much bigger award than any other I have received before this." Jaya Bachchan, Actress.
"Tongues on Fire is such an important initiative because it gives a home to a lot of people who have felt marginalised in their art-making and more importantly it gives us an audience."
Mira Nair, Director.
"I think it’s very interesting that you have a festival over here like Tongues on Fire London Asian Film Festival which showcases Asian Cinema and is very keen to show the new and current generation the kind of work that they are doing and how different that is from what traditionally is associated with our cinema." Abhishek Bachchan, Actor.
Mira Nair, Director.
