Nalini by Day, Nancy by Night

Directed by Sonali Gulati, US/India

In this insightful documentary, filmmaker Sonali Gulati explores complex issues of globalization, capitalism and identity through a witty and personal account of her journey into India’s call centers. Gulati, herself an Indian immigrant living in the US, explores the fascinating ramifications of outsourcing telephone service jobs to India—including how native telemarketers take on Western names and accents to take calls from the US, UK and Australia.

A fresh juxtaposition of animation, archival footage, live action shots and narrative work highlight the filmmaker’s presence and reveal the performative aspects of her subjects. With fascinating observations on how call centers affect the Indian culture and economy, NALINI BY DAY, NANCY BY NIGHT raises important questions about the complicated consequences of globalization.

Cliffhanger

Directed by Anne O'Connell, UK

The Norfolk coastline is under threat from erosion and the government no longer wants to protect it. This means the whole villages will fall into the sea- Diana Wrightson's home and café business are about to fall over the cliff in the village. But just when it all seems hopeless, Diana decides to stand up and fight.

Green

Directed by Sagi Zamoshchik, Israel

An innocent butterfly is drawn towards a single green spot in the desert, to achieve his desire he has to overcome many man-made obstacles.

What's the Matter

Directed by Lee Rogers, Australia

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A dark satire about a man who goes to his local doctor with a sore throat and ends up on antidepressants which fuel a misguided suicidal quest for spiritual freedom.

Occupied

Directed by Christian Filek, Austria

She's at the airport, waiting. But not only for her plane to leave. Something essential is missing in order for the action, planned long ago, to take place. The hand-over is successful. The pressure is on. The plane takes off.She has smuggled everything she needs aboard. Nobody saw or noticed anything. So go! - All moves have been carefully studied. The goal clearly within reach. Let the mission begin

Five Good Reasons

Directed by Eldon Booth, New Zealand

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A man seeks validation for his thoughts and observations on society. Five good reasons explores the identity of the NZ Pakeha male and the social disjunction prevalent in Western culture.