"A meditative, almost spiritual evocation of the human condition at large." - Namrata Joshi, The New Indian Express
"An early majestic masterwork, told with incredible control and uncommon force of will." - Robert Daniels, RogerEbert.com
"It is both dreamlike and like waking up from a dream. This is a glorious film." - Peter Bradshaw, Guardian
Following her celebrated feature debut, A NIGHT OF KNOWING NOTHING, which the Chicago Tribune’s Michael Phillips proclaimed as his favorite film of 2021, Payal Kapadia’s sophomore effort is a vivid and heartfelt exploration of the sights, sounds, and stories of working-class Mumbai. Winner of the Grand Prize at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, ALL WE IMAGINE AS LIGHT follows two women—the older, married Prabha and the younger, hopeful Anu—as they experience turning points in their personal and romantic lives. A lyrical and exquisite story of sisterhood, ALL WE IMAGINE AS LIGHT is equal parts delicate and courageous, a celebration of a film that solidifies Kapadia as a filmmaker confidently redefining contemporary South Asian cinema. Film Center exclusive.
Awards & Nominations
Winner - Grand Prize of the Festival, Cannes Film Festival
Nominee - Palme d'Or, Cannes Film Festival
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