Dhaka, May 3 -- A new documentary delves into the life and legacy of the eminent photographer Nasir Ali Mamun, renowned for his unique approach to portrait photography and dubbed the "Poet of the Camera" - and is scheduled to be screened next Friday.

Titled "Nasir Ali Mamun: In Praise of Shadows" (Chhayabandana), the 65-minute long documentary is crafted by the British expatriate Bangladeshi filmmaker Makbul Chowdhury.

Set to be premiered on May 10 at 4 pm at the National Art Gallery auditorium of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, the documentary spans the extensive career of Mamun, focusing on his contributions to developing portrait photography in Bangladesh.

His portraits, often of significant personalities and celebrities, showcase a ...