SHEela | Short Film Nominee

Short Film Nominee September 17, 2021

SHEela

By Mahesh Madhu with 6.5

documentary · Short Films · malayalam

This short documentary talks about the journey of a strong, resilient woman, a survivor, a dreamer, Sheela. Living in rural Kerala as a child, Sheela was athletic and loved doing odd jobs such as climbing and plucking jackfruit from the trees, cleaning the insides of the well and so on. She aspired to become a police officer, fearless and just, that would have eventually allowed her to do what most women in India cannot - roam freely on the streets after the sun sets. However, pressures of marriage and the pressing need to provide for her family ensured that Sheela's dreams never achieved fruition.

Today, being a working member of one of the largest women groups, Kudumbasree, Sheela is confident and self-sufficient. She lives to inspire others to pursue their dreams and passion. The short narrative brings to life a story of hope and strength, and leaves the viewer with an uplifting and heartwarming message.
Read Less