A Cab Driver | Short Film Nominee

Short Film Nominee December 7, 2023

A Cab Driver

By Aswath Chithrangadan with 6.6

drama · Short Films · hindi

Ananya has recently moved to a new city and is getting noticed for not only her work at her new job, but also for the social causes she supports. Her post on social media about equal work opportunities for the transgender community receives a mention in a professional conversation with her senior, as well as ruffles feathers at her partner’s home.

Ananya deals with all of these circumstances to honor a cause she believes in. However, as the narrative develops, a very contrarian message awaits. She embarks on a short distance journey, and as the cab ride continues, it begins to get dark. Ananya feels the same panic that women often do in public spaces regarding their safety. In the final revelation that the film offers, all of these components are tied together to share a crucial message about the chasm that can often exist, due to multiple reasons, between practice and preaching.
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