Cinéaste One is an arts and cultural organization based in Karachi formed for the purpose of establishing an infrastructure to encourage and promote short film making in Pakistan.
Cinéaste One film organization was formed in 2012 after Rumman Zia's[1][2] 'Cinema 101' workshops became a regular feature of Alliance Francaise de Karachi (AFK) cultural activities.
A film-rating system was developed and an external jury composed of foreign and local artists and filmmakers were assembled.
An indie-rock band opened the event and COSFF13 marked a celebration rewarding the best coming out of Karachi's film schools.
[11][12] Filmistan featured a series of exhibitions showcasing Pakistani film posters, art and memorabilia from a bygone era.