I had the privilege of seeing this movie at the Angelika in NYC and it is a story that will stay with me a long time.
First and foremost even if you have no idea about this part of the world, it is an excellently made movie with heart; likable characters, wonderful cinematography and themes that are universal like the desire to provide for your family, masculine expectations and changing society. The story of this family and the journey you take with them has the ability to capture hearts across borders.
Personally, as someone who happens to be from that part of the world and have had such lived experiences, this movie was profoundly cathartic. I found myself laughing and crying and crying even more.
This is a deeply personal for many indigenous people like me and it is time stories like these are told. Be it educational, be it entertainment however you see it, when you leave the cinema you feel a deep sense of privilege and honor to watch Maila's journey!
Kudos to the Team!
