Fawzia Mirza’s debut feature film, The Queen of My Dreams, embarks on a captivating odyssey that has mesmerized audiences across the festival circuit, establishing her as a burgeoning force in the world of cinema. With a stellar ensemble cast including Amrit Kaur (Sex Lives of College Girls), Hamza Haq (Transplant), and Nimra Bucha (Ms. Marvel), the film delivers vibrant performances that delve into the intricacies of grief, identity, and the profound ties to one’s homeland. As the film unfolds, viewers are transported to 1999, a pivotal year for Azra (Amrit
In the landscape of filmmaking, a special resonance emerges when collaborators unite to create on their own terms, fostering the exploration of unique narratives, experimental storytelling, and defying conventional boundaries. This passion and autonomy have acted as catalysts for remarkable films and projects like Ben and Suzanne: A Reunion in 4 Parts, whose journey to a full-length feature began a decade ago! Written and directed by Shaun Seneviratne, Ben and Suzanne: A Reunion in 4 Parts is an innately human story that follows Ben Santhanaraj (Sathya Sridharan) as he journeys
Writer-director Tommy Dorfman and star Corey Fogelmanis have crafted a cinematic masterpiece poised to steal the spotlight at SXSW—their emotionally resonant film, I Wish You All the Best. Based on Mason Deaver’s novel, the film follows Ben DeBacker, a non-binary teen who is thrown out of their house and forced to move in with their estranged older sister, Hannah, and her husband, Thomas. Struggling with anxiety, they come out only to Hannah, Thomas, and their art teacher, Ms. Lyons, while trying to keep a low profile at their new school.
SXSW (South by Southwest) is an annual celebration where technology, music, film, and interactive media converge. In recent years, Virtual Reality (VR) has grown in popularity and become a staple of the SXSW experience, reflecting the cutting-edge trends in technology and the evolution of storytelling. Amidst the myriad offerings of this year’s SXSW, one gem shines brightly in the spotlight selection: The Imaginary Friend. Within its narrative, a grieving child grapples with the blurred lines between reality and fantasy. Within this delicate balance, the child conjures you–their (imaginary) friend–to combat