“Margarita, With a Straw” to World Premiere at The Toronto International Film Festival 2014
~Produced by Viacom18 Motion Pictures (VMP), Jakhotia Group, Ishan Talkies and ADAPT,
the film will world premiere under the ‘Contemporary World Cinema’ Category~
the film will world premiere under the ‘Contemporary World Cinema’ Category~
Mumbai, 13th August 2014: Margarita,
With a Straw, a film about a young romantic rebel in a wheelchair, is
the official selection for the prestigious Toronto International Film
Festival 2014 fromSeptember 4–14. Directed by Shonali Bose and produced by Viacom18 Motion Pictures, Jakhotia Group, Ishan Talkies and ADAPT, the film will be screened under the ‘Contemporary World Cinema’ category and is slated for a world premiere on 8th September 2014.
The
Toronto International Film Festival has become one of the most
successful cinematic events in the world, universally regarded as an
ideal platform to premiere films, screening more than 300 films from 60+
countries every September. Boasting a public eager for the best in
contemporary film, as well as international attention from media,
distributors, producers and buyers along with a galaxy of stars, the
Toronto International Film Festival is considered as the premiere film
festival in North America.
According to Ajit Andhare, COO, Viacom18 Motion Pictures, “Margarita,
With a Straw is a contemporary story that will strike a chord with
global audiences. It is heartening to see Indian film makers getting an
opportunity to showcase their work alongside the best in their fields.
We at Viacom18 Motion Pictures always endeavor to seek out talent which
brings with them a unique blend of freshness, world class film making,
yet a decidedly Indian soul.”
Margarita,
With a Straw tells the story of Laila (Kalki Koechlin), who, undeterred
by cerebral palsy, embarks on a journey of sexual discovery. Her
exhilarating adventures cause a rift both within herself and with those
she is closest to. The film’s stellar cast also includes veteran star
Revathy, Hollywood actor William Moseley (lead of Narnia Chronicles) and
the talented new face Sayani Gupta in pivotal roles.
National Award winning director Shonali Bose, commented,
“I am ecstatic! Toronto was also home to my first feature Amu.
Margarita, With a Straw is a deeply personal film. It is inspired by the
extraordinary spirit of my boys Ishan and Vivan and by the joi de vive
of my sister Malini, who has never let disability stand in her way. I am
indebted to my brilliant cast and crew especially my co director and
writer Nilesh Maniyar for actualizing my dream into a reality.
