SYNOPSIS Loosely based on the erotic poem “Caurapañcāśikā” by Bilhana, which was written in prison upon discovery of the poet’s clandestine affair with Princess Yaminipurnatilaka. The verses were written while awaiting judgment, not knowing if he was to be executed or exiled—his fate is unknown. “Lotus-Eyed Girl” ruminates on the curious and fractured intersections of […]
SYNOPSIS A passionate baklava baker encounters a savvy ladoo maker on the streets of Brooklyn. DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT Sweet Refuge was initially inspired by a recently resettled 76-year-old Syrian baker I worked with in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn in 2017, who spoke to his sweets like they were old friends. It was also sparked by my experiences […]
SYNOPSIS Adapted from the short story – A Temporary Matter by Jhumpa Lahiri, from the book of Interpreter of Maladies, the film draws inspiration in its plot and structure. The narrative revolves around a couple, a husband and wife, who over a period of 5 days, courtesy nightly blackouts, get to talk after almost 6 […]
SYNOPSIS “What is the meaning of life? How can everyone be so happy all the time? Why do I feel this constant void inside me?”- these are the questions that haunt our protagonist throughout the film. At times even breathing seems like a struggle to her, she knows she needs help but fails to ask […]
SYNOPSIS Satbir Yadav, a 56 years old head constable in Indore, is nearing retirement. Although he has become used to the post-COVID world like everyone, he has not been able to cope with the field duty. Moreover, the COVID cases amongst the police officers have created a sense of fear amongst the police officers and […]
SYNOPSIS DIRTY SECRETS is autobiographical dance short film with an all women cast and crew, that traces a lifetime of sexual abuse and harassment across my lifespan in both the east and the west which is a surprisingly common story. This is an international collaboration across a cast and crew from the US, Malaysia, and […]
SYNOPSIS Palash, in his chaotic work calls and routine, spots a donkey standing in the middle of a busy street. In a curious connection with the donkey, he starts looking for his whereabouts over the weekend. Curiosity translates into responsibility, as their bond grows closer in a material and pre-occupied world.
SYNOPSIS A film showcasing the filmmaker’s dad’s journey immigrating to America and what he has sacrificied. DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT People who immigrate to the west are often forced to sacrifice deeply important aspects of their culture, religion, or identity to appear more palatable to majority white populations. This film is a tribute to the filmmaker’s dad’s […]
SYNOPSIS ‘Farther than Distance’ is a day in the life of a student called Iti going through a phase of isolation in her life. The film explores her need to belong, with undertones of depression, intertwined with envy of others who seem to have better human bonds than her. Remaining distant and withdrawn, she finds […]