Anvita Dutt: Bulbbul (2020) [Female Filmmaker Friday] [Asian Cinema August]

In 19th-century Bengal, Bulbbul, a child bride, is married off to the much older Indranil, a wealthy lord, and sent to live on his estate. She grows close to his youngest brother Satya, who is nearer to her age. As the two grow up together, they share stories of a chudail (a demon woman) lurking in the forest.

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Mali Elfman: Next Exit (2022) [Female Filmmaker Friday] [Fantasia 2026]


A research scientist has discovered that there is indeed life after death. Two strangers, determined to be a part of this study and end this less-than-stellar version of their lives to move on to the next, take a cross-country trip to end their own lives.

Fantasia History: Screened in 2022

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