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Diya


Canada 2022
Duration: 03:42
Directed by: Aroona Khiani
Screenplay: Aroona Khiani
Animation: Aroona Khiani
Technique: 2D Hand Drawn Animation
Music: Zak McNeil
Production/School: Sheridan College
Dialogue language: N/A
Subtitles language: N/A

An Indian Canadian girl lights a diya while visiting her family’s home town, but the flame runs away because the girl is too ashamed of its colour to let it shine. This film explores themes of belonging, cultural identity and guilt while showing off the richness and vibrance of an Indian festival.




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