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INDEPENDENT FILM

Nafs Said
My debut short film delves into the transformative journey of a lonely housewife whose mundane life takes a turn when she seizes the opportunity to explore her desires. This film was nominated at nine international film festivals and garnered notable attention, including a feature in MovieMaker Magazine. I directed, produced, wrote, and edited the project while collaborating with a cross-continental team of 12. I oversaw remote post-production with partners in India and the UK, secured 50% of the funding, and managed marketing and distribution efforts.
Client
Independent Production
Years
2020-2023
2023
South Asian Film Festival at The Olney Theater — USA
2022
Bengaluru International Short Film Festival — India
The Women’s Film Festival — USA
Arthouse Asia Film Festival — India
New York Indian Film Festival — USA
Pendance Film Festival — Canada
Aesthetica Short Film Festival — UK
2021
Detroit SheTown Women’s Film Festival — USA
Tacoma Film Festival — USA
Screenings
Press
MovieMaker Magazine
ToTony Productions
Asian Variety Show TV Network
I produced, wrote, directed, and served as the cinematographer for a short film inspired by Joyce Carol Oates’ I Am No One You Know, which explores a fleeting observation of a woman in transit, all captured in a single motel room in Rhode Island. Working with a small technical crew, I managed all aspects of production, including casting, location management, filming, and post-production, to create a cohesive narrative that captures the essence of Oates’ story.
Call Me Ishmael
Client
Independent Production
Year
2018
J. Handy
I produced, directed, and served as cinematographer for a cinema verité-style documentary at Emerson College, focusing on Jonathan Handy, an artist from Jamaica Plain known for his Styrofoam portraits. Collaborating with another filmmaker, we led a small crew to offer an intimate look at Handy's eccentric lifestyle, showcasing his home filled with his artistic creations and treasured items, capturing the essence of his creative world.
Client
Independent Production
Year
2017