The read
It runs a compact 7m.
Synopsis
This animated short, based on the book by Rachna Gilmore, is the story of Gita, an 8-year-old girl who can't wait to celebrate Divali - the Hindu festival of lights - in her new home in Canada. But it's nothing like New Delhi, where she comes from. The weather is cold and grey and a terrible ice storm cuts off the power, ruining her plans for a party. Obviously, a Divali celebration now is impossible. Or is it? As Gita experiences the glittering beauty of the icy streets outside, the traditional festival of lights comes alive in a sparkling new way.
Ratings
TMDB9/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Michel VoDirector
- Sugith VarugheseWriter
Cast
- Ivan SmithNarrator
- Shalini SinghGita
- Ken FernándezFather
- Majella CastellanoMother
- Rosalind GarlandAmy
Stills
Themes
traditionmigrationchildren's book