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shareOftentimes, people say that the one thing they want out of life is true happiness. This showcase features films about characters reflecting on where they are in life and whether or not they feel fulfilled. Within these stories, characters try to understand what choices they can make to pursue happiness within their life and current situation and if they are willing to take risks. From choosing a career despite parental disapproval, to searching for “the one” for marriage, to exploring new experiences despite societal expectations, to becoming a first time father, these stories demonstrate how the choices we make can shape how we go about finding what makes us feel happy and fulfilled in our lifetime.
Curated by Julia Fan
In this program
Did You Eat Yet?
Directed by Alicia Qian
As Eunice prepares a meal for her mother, she struggles to navigate the blurred lines of what it means to be a “good daughter,” and the sacrifices that come with chasing your dreams.
What is the Criteria?
Directed by Aneesa Khan
A Pakistani-American woman’s life changes when a pair of magical glasses help her reevaluate what it means to find real love and happiness in her world.
The First Film
Directed by Piyush Thakur
In a small town in 1960’s India, where cinema is forbidden for women, a 14-year-old embarks on a quest to watch her first film.
Desi Standard Time Travel
Directed by Kashif Pasta
When a new father suddenly loses his own dad, an opportunity to travel back in time for an evening gives him a chance to end things on a better note.
