The film is not for the inattentive viewer for it demands every ounce of your attention and thought in its brief duration to truly comprehend the progression of its events. The narrative opens with visuals of a visibly disturbed protagonist who seems to be battling an internal dilemma. <br><br> Using hand-held and dimly-lit shots, the plot further establishes itself, roping in thematic concerns that include violence, religion and society's relationship with them - be it in the form of the constant deluge of news headlines or the perpetrators of these acts. While the film traverses the territory of the abstract to explore the several issues intrinsic to the plot, it also portrays a more personal concern - the ideas of identity and self. In a world that is constantly ravaged by all forms of violence, how will the protagonist truly locate himself?

Njan | Short Film Nominee

Centering itself around a mundane object like a glass of black tea, the short film takes the viewer into the life of a woman. As she perseveres daily to keep her family up on its feet, she is met with several obstacles. <br><br> From disagreeing with her husband, to ensuring that the family’s financial security is intact, she braves it all, equipped simply with her black tea. Sometimes it waits patiently and loses its steam in the process. Other times, it sizzles and flares in a saucepan. Either way, it is always waiting, silently and loyally, being a quiet sign of dedication, self-sacrifice and strength.

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