From Variety · Ed Meza,Naman Ramachandran · · 50s
Monkey Play Selected for Vancouver Lab
Indian filmmaker Don Palathara's drama 'Monkey Play' joins Vancouver's first Works-in-Progress Lab.
In brief
Indian filmmaker Don Palathara's drama 'Monkey Play' joins Vancouver's first Works-in-Progress Lab. Don Palathara's Indian drama 'Monkey Play' selected for Vancouver Film Festival's inaugural Works-in-Progress Lab program. Originally reported by Variety.
Selection Announcement
Don Palathara's Indian drama 'Monkey Play' selected for Vancouver Film Festival's inaugural Works-in-Progress Lab program.
Film Background
The film follows Sethu and Nikita who retreat to an isolated house in Idukki, Kerala after their young daughter's death.
Plot Conflict
Sethu brings home a feral child after encountering him in the forest, disrupting their fragile relationship.
Emotional Impact
Their grief transforms as they adjust to life with the child, altering how they see each other and the world.
Program Details
The program showcases up to eight feature-length projects in final production stages.
What it means
Don Palathara's Indian drama 'Monkey Play' selected for Vancouver Film Festival's inaugural Works-in-Progress Lab program.
