Aasttha Khajuria

Dada

On the eve of her 16th birthday, a daughter and her dad drive around the perimeter of a nuclear power plant, reading books, and creating seemingly harmless nonsense games. The film invokes the erosion of language, the failure of mentorship, and the threat of the abyss.

Soluchan

A homeless boy, Vijju, battles withdrawal on Diwali, the festival of lights, while desperately searching for his fix on the streets of Mumbai. His harrowing struggle leads to a heartwarming moment, illuminating the darkness of his reality.

Xie Xie, Ollie

In his efforts to connect with his Chinese heritage, a biracial man discovers challenges and complexities he may not have expected in James Michael Chiang’s remarkably deft blending of drama and comedy.