Indian Film Festival of Cincinnati

Welcome to the Indian Film Festival of Cincinnati! Join us for a cinematic celebration of Indian culture  Oct 3-6.  Join us at The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati on Oct 4 for the Opening Night of  the film festival!

Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Indian cinema with a diverse selection of films showcasing the rich heritage and talent of Indian filmmakers.From Bollywood blockbusters to independent gems, there's something for every movie lover to enjoy. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to experience the magic of Indian cinema right here in Cincinnati!

Schedule of Events:

3:30pm: Mariemont Theatre, Wooster Pike

Mithya- Director: Sumanth Bhatt - 97 mins

Kannada language film with subtitles in English.

In Sumanth Bhat's evocative debut, Mithun, an impressionable eleven-year-old, is thrust into the complexities of filial love and jealousy following the tragic loss of his parents. Sent to live with estranged relatives in a serene yet unfamiliar village, Mithun becomes the unwitting center of custody disputes, a battleground for competing familial loyalties. As he navigates this fraught terrain, Mithun uncovers hidden truths that will forever alter his understanding of family. Anchored by a compelling performance from Athish Shetty, the film is a poignant meditation on the power of the filial bond-its capacity for both love and rivalry-while exploring the intertwined emotions of grief, acceptance, and belonging that shape the delicate balance of familial relationships.

6:15pm: CLOSING FILM - Mariemont Theatre, Wooster Pike

The Yellow Bus-Director/writer: Wendy Bednarz -109 mins

Arabic, English, Hindi, Tagalog, Urdu Subtitles in English.

In her powerful film, director Wendy Bednarz immerses us in the visceral and emotional journey of an Indian woman living in the Arabian Gulf, whose life is upended by a harrowing discovery: her daughter has been left to suffer and die in the unforgiving desert heat on a school bus.

Driven by an unyielding resolve, the mother becomes a lone voice against a backdrop of systemic injustice and neglect. Bednarz masterfully captures the depth of the mother's anguish and determination, portraying her relentless pursuit of truth and justice as a profound testament to the strength of a parent's love. Through this intense and personal struggle, the film explores how one individual's fight can challenge and potentially transform entrenched structures of wrongdoing.

Trailer: The Yellow Bus   

Discussion follows. Meet up at  The Quarter Bistro.