The legendary LGBTQIA+ showcase is back with a fresh crop of inspiring, thought- provoking and empowering Too Desi Too Queer short films. This year, these UK premieres have been programmed in association with Rainbow Noir, Manchester, with a bit of Northern spice.
Too Desi Too Queer Short Film Programme
Before I Do
Dir: Gitika Butto | 11 mins | English language
On the morning of her wedding day, Mona, a British-Indian woman, questions her rushed marriage and reflects on a period of self-discovery from her past.
Jasmine That Blooms in Autumn
Dir: Chandradeep Das | 14 mins | Hindi and Bengali with English subtitles
Love blossoms secretly between two old women at an elderly care home while the spectre of patriarchy looms large overhead.
Zari
Dir: Shruti Parekh | 19 mins | English language
Amidst preparations for her sister’s wedding in India, young American Neelu forges an unexpected connection with Zeyb, a quiet sari store clerk with a secret.
The Witch of Vihar Lake
Dir: TJoey Kaushik | 15 mins | Marathi language with English subtitles
In a village near Vihar Lake, where fearsome tales of a witch keep people away, young Mitthu and his sister Ishita grow up in the shadow of dread. One fateful night unravels life-altering truths – about Ishita, himself, and the witch.
Poreless
Dir: Harris Doran | 20 mins | English language
A fabulous, queer Muslim beauty entrepreneur must figure out how to compete in a Shark Tank-like product pitch contest after suffering an untimely allergic reaction.
Automagic
Dir: Ashok Vish | 13 mins | Kannada with English subtitles
On his return home, androgynous Madhu attempts to seduce Ratnakar, his rickshaw driver, who is practicing celibacy in preparation for a religious pilgrimage.
Tickets are £4 for Lumiere members to £6.99, Money raised will go towards helping build the LGBTQ+ community in Havering