Man of the Family

Fiction, 13 minutes
Original version: English (Man of the Family)

Producers: Laura Turek and Valerie Shamash
© 2008 Productions Multi-Monde

A young boy immigrates with his mother to Montreal where he is confronted with a lot more than just a new culture. Vishwa’s only been in Montreal for a few months and he is already in trouble for fighting at school. As he waits outside the Principal’s office Vishwa replays the events that led up to his current predicament. Is his uncle going to be proud of him or not?

Laurel-Wreath Awards:

Best Drama: Short Film – Southern Appalachian International Film Festival 2008

 

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