The movie Black was directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The movie Black revolves around a deafblind girl, and her relationship with her teacher who himself later develops Alzheimer's disease. The film draws inspiration from Helen Keller's life and struggle. The film was screened at the Casablanca Film Festival and the International Film Festival of India. It won the Filmfare Award for best film.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is an Indian film director, producer, screenwriter, and music director. One of the critically acclaimed filmmaker, Bhansali is the recipient of several awards, including four National Film Awards and ten Filmfare Awards. In 2015, the Government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award.