Groundbreaking Short Film 'One Day' Explores Muslim Indo-Caribbean Identity Featuring Netflix Star, Rebecca Ablack - World Premiere at the 2024 International South Asian Film Festival in Surrey, BC
Writer and director Yazmeen Kanji is set to unveil her latest cinematic masterpiece, ‘One Day,’ a groundbreaking short film that delves into the rarely explored intersection of the Indo-Caribbean and Muslim identity in North America. Starring Netflix sensation Rebecca Ablack, this heartwarming story of self-empowerment marks a significant milestone as the first-ever portrayal of a Muslim Caribbean story on screen in Canada and North-America. The short film will have its world premiere at the 2024 International South Asian Film Festival in Surrey, BC on September 29th: https://isaff.ca/events/lifeinterrupted
Set against a suburb just outside of Toronto's downtown core, ‘One Day’ follows the journey of Adeela, an Indo-Caribbean Muslim teenager navigating the complexities of her environments, seeking her inner confidence. Through a series of daydreams, she envisions herself as confident and stylish, yearning to be seen and heard in a world that often overlooks her.
‘One Day’ promises to captivate audiences with its compelling narrative, innovative production design and groundbreaking representation. As the first of its kind, the film offers a poignant exploration of identity, culture, and the universal desire for self-expression. Audiences will have a truly special experience witnessing this visually stunning film on the big screen on September 29th in Surrey, BC.