Writer and activist, A Revathi, the central figure of the documentary ‘I am Revathi’, opens up about her life, her identity and society’s apathy towards trans existence by Imtiaz Popat The Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF), celebrating its 44th year, tells timely stories reflecting current issues facing the world today. Here are a couple ofContinue reading “Vancouver International Film Festival documentaries tell timely stories”
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Review: Eleanor the Great is about grief and acceptance
by Imtiaz Popat Scarlett Johansson’s feature directorial debut Eleanor the Great is about grief and acceptance. Eleanor the Great starring June Squibb, is a tale of friendship, aging, and identity. Elderly Eleanor Morgenstein (Squibb) has been living with her best friend, Bessie (Rita Zohar), at a shared house in Florida since the death of her husband. Born inContinue reading “Review: Eleanor the Great is about grief and acceptance”