Take 3: India and Pakistan

Directed by Various

My Brother My Enemy
Dir: Masood Khan, UK, 2005, DV, 42’

Language: English

Since 2002 which saw India and Pakistan poised on the brink of nuclear war, the icy relationship between them has begun to thaw, particularly in the parting area. As the Indian cricket team tours Pakistan for the first time in fifteen years, the filmmakers – one Indian, one Pakistani – visit each other’s family and homelands to catch a glimpse of the attitudes on both sides of the border. Since training at The National Film and Television School in the UK, British Muslim filmmaker Masood Khan has made many films that have dealt with issues affecting Muslims and Pakistanis living both in the UK and Pakistan. Khan received a commendation from the Royal Anthropological Institute for this film.

The House on Gulmohar Avenue
Dir: Samina Mishra, India, 2005, DV, 30’

Language: Hindi, English w/ English subtitles

Delhi-based filmmaker Samina Mishra makes a personal journey to her home town in Okhla, India where her family have lived for four generations. The area is predominantly inhabited by Muslims and is sometimes also known as Mini Pakistan. With themes of home and belonging, Samina’s film gives a unique insight into what it can mean to be a Muslim in India today.

Amal
Dir/Scr: Richie Mehta, Canada, 2004, DV, 18’
Cast: Rupinder Nagra, Dr Shiva, Hans Sachder
Language: Hindi, English w/ English subtitles

A humble rickshaw driver’s sense of purpose is wildly challenged when a mysterious passenger takes a ride in his rickshaw. Based on a short story by Shaun Mehta and filmed in the bustling streets of New Delhi, Amal is a touching story of faith and its ability to shape and alter attitudes.

Duration:
90 minutes

Languages:
English and Hindi