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'''''My Melbourne''''' is an ] featuring four stories about identity and belonging, inspired by true incidents in ], ].<ref name="0:1">{{cite news |last1=Ramachandran |first1=Naman |title=Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Rima Das and Onir’s IFFM Opener ‘My Melbourne’ Unveils Trailer (EXCLUSIVE) |url=https://variety.com/2024/film/global/kabir-khan-imtiaz-ali-rima-das-onir-my-melbourne-trailer-1236093694/ |publisher=] |date=2024}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last1=Thomas |first1=Shibu |title=‘My Melbourne’ Explores The Lives of Marginalised Groups In Migrant Communities |url=https://www.starobserver.com.au/news/national-news/victoria-news/my-melbourne-anthology/232507 |publisher=] |date=August 16, 2024}}</ref> The film addresses themes of ], ], ], ], and ], with each directed by Indian filmmakers ], ], ], and ].<ref>{{cite news |title=Imtiaz Ali, Kabir Khan, Onir And Rima Das’ Film 'My Melbourne' To Open The Indian Film Festival Of Melbourne 2024 |url=https://www.outlookindia.com/art-entertainment/imtiaz-ali-kabir-khan-onir-and-rima-das-film-my-melbourne-to-open-the-indian-film-festival-of-melbourne-2024 |publisher=] |date=July 31, 2024}}</ref><ref name="0:1"/> '''''My Melbourne''''' is an ] featuring four stories about identity and belonging, inspired by true incidents in ], ].<ref name="0:1">{{cite news |last1=Ramachandran |first1=Naman |title=Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Rima Das and Onir’s IFFM Opener ‘My Melbourne’ Unveils Trailer (EXCLUSIVE) |url=https://variety.com/2024/film/global/kabir-khan-imtiaz-ali-rima-das-onir-my-melbourne-trailer-1236093694/ |publisher=] |date=2024}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last1=Thomas |first1=Shibu |title=‘My Melbourne’ Explores The Lives of Marginalised Groups In Migrant Communities |url=https://www.starobserver.com.au/news/national-news/victoria-news/my-melbourne-anthology/232507 |publisher=] |date=August 16, 2024}}</ref> The film addresses themes of ], ], ], ], and ], with each directed by Indian filmmakers ], ], ], and ].<ref>{{cite news |title=Imtiaz Ali, Kabir Khan, Onir And Rima Das’ Film 'My Melbourne' To Open The Indian Film Festival Of Melbourne 2024 |url=https://www.outlookindia.com/art-entertainment/imtiaz-ali-kabir-khan-onir-and-rima-das-film-my-melbourne-to-open-the-indian-film-festival-of-melbourne-2024 |publisher=] |date=July 31, 2024}}</ref><ref name="0:1"/>


Envisioned and produced by ], the project received support from ], ], and the ].<ref>{{cite news |title=My Melbourne (2024) - The Screen Guide |url=https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/the-screen-guide/t/my-melbourne-2024/41208/ |publisher=] |date=2024}}</ref> ''My Melbourne'' had its world premiere on August 15, 2024, at the 15th ].<ref>{{cite news |title=World Premiere of My Melbourne comes to Indian Film Festival of Melbourne |url=https://artsreview.com.au/world-premiere-of-my-melbourne-comes-to-indian-film-festival-of-melbourne/ |publisher=Australian Arts Review |date=August 13, 2024}}</ref> Envisioned and produced by ], the project received support from ], ], and the ].<ref>{{cite news |title=My Melbourne (2024) - The Screen Guide |url=https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/the-screen-guide/t/my-melbourne-2024/41208/ |publisher=] |date=2024}}</ref> ''My Melbourne'' had its world premiere on August 15, 2024, at the 15th ].<ref name="0:4">{{cite news |title=World Premiere of My Melbourne comes to Indian Film Festival of Melbourne |url=https://artsreview.com.au/world-premiere-of-my-melbourne-comes-to-indian-film-festival-of-melbourne/ |publisher=Australian Arts Review |date=August 13, 2024}}</ref>
== Plot summaries == == Plot summaries ==
''My Melbourne'' comprises four segments, each directed by different filmmakers, addressing themes related to the ], disability, gender and race.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Suri |first1=Rishabh |title=Ahead of My Melbourne IFFM premiere, Onir says ‘films like ours are not valued enough in India’ |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/htcity/cinema/ahead-of-my-melbourne-iffm-premiere-onir-says-films-like-ours-are-not-valued-enough-in-india-101722699824818.html |publisher=] |date=August 10, 2024}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last1=Thomas |first1=Shibu |title=‘My Melbourne’ Explores The Lives of Marginalised Groups In Migrant Communities |url=https://www.starobserver.com.au/news/national-news/victoria-news/my-melbourne-anthology/232507 |publisher=] |date=August 16, 2024}}</ref> The fil has four stories titled, ''Emma'', ''Nandini'', ''Jules'', and ''Setara''. ''My Melbourne'' comprises four segments, each directed by different filmmakers, addressing themes related to the ], disability, gender and race.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Suri |first1=Rishabh |title=Ahead of My Melbourne IFFM premiere, Onir says ‘films like ours are not valued enough in India’ |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/htcity/cinema/ahead-of-my-melbourne-iffm-premiere-onir-says-films-like-ours-are-not-valued-enough-in-india-101722699824818.html |publisher=] |date=August 10, 2024}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last1=Thomas |first1=Shibu |title=‘My Melbourne’ Explores The Lives of Marginalised Groups In Migrant Communities |url=https://www.starobserver.com.au/news/national-news/victoria-news/my-melbourne-anthology/232507 |publisher=] |date=August 16, 2024}}</ref> The fil has four stories titled, ''Emma'', ''Nandini'', ''Jules'', and ''Setara''.

=== Emma ===
Directed by ] and co-directed by Samira Cox, Emma tells the story of a talented dancer in her early twenties living with Usher’s Syndrome, which is gradually affecting her hearing. Despite her passion for dancing, Emma (Ryanna Skye Lawson) struggles with discrimination in the dance industry and doubts about her future. Supported by her mother, Susan (Mikhaela Ebony), and friends like Jai (Jordan Shome), she meets Nathan (Nathan Borg), a successful deaf dancer whose self-acceptance inspires her to continue pursuing her dreams.<ref name="0:4"/><ref name="0:3"/>

=== Nandini ===
Directed by ]<ref>{{cite news |last1=Sharma |first1=Riya |title=Onir shares inspiration behind his short film Nandini in My Melbourne ahead of its premiere at IFFM (Exclusive) |url=https://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report-onir-shares-inspiration-behind-his-short-film-nandini-in-my-melbourne-ahead-of-its-premiere-at-iffm-exclusive-3101972 |publisher=] |date=August 13, 2024}}</ref> and co-directed by William Duan, Nandini follows the emotional reunion of Indraneel (]), a ] Indian man, and his estranged father, Mihir (Mouli Ganguly). After years of separation, the two come together in Melbourne to perform the ] (ash-scattering) ceremony for Indraneel's late mother. The story revolves around themes of grief, forgiveness, and the complexities of familial relationships.<ref name="0:4"/><ref name="0:3"/>

=== Jules ===
Directed by Arif Ali, with ] as the creative director and Tammy Yang as the co-director, Jules centers on the unlikely friendship between Sakshi (]), a newlywed food blogger, and Jules (]), a homeless woman in Melbourne. Despite their contrasting lives, the two women, both dealing with feelings of displacement, form a bond as they navigate their individual struggles with societal expectations and personal challenges.<ref name="0:4"/><ref name="0:3"/>


== Cast == == Cast ==
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The film was produced by ], who also serves as the director of the ].<ref name="0:1"/> It features dialogue in ], ], ], ], and ].<ref>{{cite web |title=(IFFM) Opening Night - My Melbourne |url=https://www.hoyts.com.au/movies/iffm-opening-night---my-melbourne |publisher=] |access-date=14 September 2024}}</ref><ref name="0:1"/> The film was produced by ], who also serves as the director of the ].<ref name="0:1"/> It features dialogue in ], ], ], ], and ].<ref>{{cite web |title=(IFFM) Opening Night - My Melbourne |url=https://www.hoyts.com.au/movies/iffm-opening-night---my-melbourne |publisher=] |access-date=14 September 2024}}</ref><ref name="0:1"/>


The film was shot entirely on location in Melbourne, Australia.<ref>{{cite news |title=Trailer revealed: World Premiere of My Melbourne comes to Indian Film Festival of Melbourne |url=https://www.filmink.com.au/public-notice/trailer-revealed-world-premiere-of-my-melbourne-comes-to-indian-film-festival-of-melbourne/ |publisher=] |date=August 5, 2024}}</ref><ref name="0:2">{{cite news |last1=Ganapathy |first1=Lakshmi |title=‘My Melbourne’ premiere sets the tone for an inclusive 15th IFFM |url=http://www.indianlink.com.au/my-melbourne-premiere-sets-the-tone-for-an-inclusive-15th-iffm/ |publisher=Indian Link |date=August 16, 2024}}</ref> Afghan singer ] was brought on board to sing the title track of ''Setera'' for the film.<ref>{{cite news |title=Afghan Singer and Activist Aryana Sayeed to Attend IFFM 2024 Awards Night |url=https://www.southasiatimes.com.au/entertainment-sports/cinema/afghan-singer-activist-aryana-sayeed-to-be-at-the-iffm-2024-awards-night/ |publisher=South Asia Times |date=July 26, 2024}}</ref> The film was shot entirely on location in Melbourne, Australia.<ref name="0:3">{{cite news |title=Trailer revealed: World Premiere of My Melbourne comes to Indian Film Festival of Melbourne |url=https://www.filmink.com.au/public-notice/trailer-revealed-world-premiere-of-my-melbourne-comes-to-indian-film-festival-of-melbourne/ |publisher=] |date=August 5, 2024}}</ref><ref name="0:2">{{cite news |last1=Ganapathy |first1=Lakshmi |title=‘My Melbourne’ premiere sets the tone for an inclusive 15th IFFM |url=http://www.indianlink.com.au/my-melbourne-premiere-sets-the-tone-for-an-inclusive-15th-iffm/ |publisher=Indian Link |date=August 16, 2024}}</ref> Afghan singer ] was brought on board to sing the title track of ''Setera'' for the film.<ref>{{cite news |title=Afghan Singer and Activist Aryana Sayeed to Attend IFFM 2024 Awards Night |url=https://www.southasiatimes.com.au/entertainment-sports/cinema/afghan-singer-activist-aryana-sayeed-to-be-at-the-iffm-2024-awards-night/ |publisher=South Asia Times |date=July 26, 2024}}</ref>


== Release == == Release ==

Revision as of 21:22, 20 December 2024

My Melbourne is an anthology film featuring four stories about identity and belonging, inspired by true incidents in Melbourne, Australia. The film addresses themes of diversity, sexuality, gender, disability, and race, with each directed by Indian filmmakers Onir, Rima Das, Imtiaz Ali, and Kabir Khan.

Envisioned and produced by Mitu Bhowmick Lange, the project received support from VicScreen, Screen Australia, and the Victorian Government. My Melbourne had its world premiere on August 15, 2024, at the 15th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.

Plot summaries

My Melbourne comprises four segments, each directed by different filmmakers, addressing themes related to the LGBTQIA+, disability, gender and race. The fil has four stories titled, Emma, Nandini, Jules, and Setara.

Emma

Directed by Rima Das and co-directed by Samira Cox, Emma tells the story of a talented dancer in her early twenties living with Usher’s Syndrome, which is gradually affecting her hearing. Despite her passion for dancing, Emma (Ryanna Skye Lawson) struggles with discrimination in the dance industry and doubts about her future. Supported by her mother, Susan (Mikhaela Ebony), and friends like Jai (Jordan Shome), she meets Nathan (Nathan Borg), a successful deaf dancer whose self-acceptance inspires her to continue pursuing her dreams.

Nandini

Directed by Onir and co-directed by William Duan, Nandini follows the emotional reunion of Indraneel (Arka Das), a queer Indian man, and his estranged father, Mihir (Mouli Ganguly). After years of separation, the two come together in Melbourne to perform the Asthi Visarjan (ash-scattering) ceremony for Indraneel's late mother. The story revolves around themes of grief, forgiveness, and the complexities of familial relationships.

Jules

Directed by Arif Ali, with Imtiaz Ali as the creative director and Tammy Yang as the co-director, Jules centers on the unlikely friendship between Sakshi (Arushi Sharma), a newlywed food blogger, and Jules (Kat Stewart), a homeless woman in Melbourne. Despite their contrasting lives, the two women, both dealing with feelings of displacement, form a bond as they navigate their individual struggles with societal expectations and personal challenges.

Cast

  • Ryanna Skye Lawson as Emma
  • Kat Stewart as Jules
  • Jake Ryan as Chef Leon
  • Arushi Sharma as Sakshi
  • Jackson Gallagher as Chris
  • Arka Das as Indraneel
  • Nikolai Egel as Officer Brad
  • Nathan Borg as Nathan
  • Ximena Diaz as Teacher
  • Caitlyn Dickson as Natalie
  • Daniel McBurnie as Cricket Umpire
  • Setara Amiri as Setara
  • Siem Putland as Trendy Teenager
  • Jordan Shome as Jai
  • Mikhaela Ebony as Emma's Mum - Susan
  • Brad Hodge as Coach
  • Sepideh Falleh as Latifa
  • Ella Wilson as Asia
  • Mouli Ganguly as Mihir
  • Daisy Calnin as Holly

Production

The film was produced by Mitu Bhowmick Lange, who also serves as the director of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. It features dialogue in English, Bengali, Hindi, Dari, and Auslan.

The film was shot entirely on location in Melbourne, Australia. Afghan singer Aryana Sayeed was brought on board to sing the title track of Setera for the film.

Release

My Melbourne premiered on August 15, 2024, at the 15th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM). The film's trailer was released on August 1, 2024. The film had its international premiere on October 22, 2024, at the MAMI Mumbai Film Festival. It is scheduled for a theatrical release in Australia in February 2025.

References

  1. ^ Ramachandran, Naman (2024). "Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Rima Das and Onir's IFFM Opener 'My Melbourne' Unveils Trailer (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety.
  2. Thomas, Shibu (August 16, 2024). "'My Melbourne' Explores The Lives of Marginalised Groups In Migrant Communities". Star Observer.
  3. "Imtiaz Ali, Kabir Khan, Onir And Rima Das' Film 'My Melbourne' To Open The Indian Film Festival Of Melbourne 2024". Outlook India. July 31, 2024.
  4. "My Melbourne (2024) - The Screen Guide". Screen Australia. 2024.
  5. ^ "World Premiere of My Melbourne comes to Indian Film Festival of Melbourne". Australian Arts Review. August 13, 2024.
  6. Suri, Rishabh (August 10, 2024). "Ahead of My Melbourne IFFM premiere, Onir says 'films like ours are not valued enough in India'". Hindustan Times.
  7. Thomas, Shibu (August 16, 2024). "'My Melbourne' Explores The Lives of Marginalised Groups In Migrant Communities". Star Observer.
  8. ^ "Trailer revealed: World Premiere of My Melbourne comes to Indian Film Festival of Melbourne". FilmInk. August 5, 2024.
  9. Sharma, Riya (August 13, 2024). "Onir shares inspiration behind his short film Nandini in My Melbourne ahead of its premiere at IFFM (Exclusive)". DNA India.
  10. "(IFFM) Opening Night - My Melbourne". Hoyts. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
  11. ^ Ganapathy, Lakshmi (August 16, 2024). "'My Melbourne' premiere sets the tone for an inclusive 15th IFFM". Indian Link.
  12. "Afghan Singer and Activist Aryana Sayeed to Attend IFFM 2024 Awards Night". South Asia Times. July 26, 2024.
  13. Vann-Wall, Silvi (July 30, 2024). "Indian Film Festival of Melbourne: ten must-see Indian films this August". Screenhub.
  14. "My Melbourne Trailer: Kabir Khan, Rima Das, Imtiaz Ali, Onir, and more explore diverse immigrant experiences in Melbourne". Cinema Express. August 2, 2024.
  15. "My Melbourne". MAMI Mumbai Film Festival. October 22, 2024.
  16. "My Melbourne provided us backdrop to explore emotional complexities: Kabir Khan". The Times of India. November 12, 2024.
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