This documentary is part of Traveling Film South Asia 2018.

India | 2017 | 30 mins

The film follows the journey of two friends, Smile and Glady, looking for a rental apartment in Chennai and the obstacles and social stigma they encounter in the process for being single and for being transgender women. Their identity renders them vulnerable before the caste ridden, feudal and patriarchal landlords of the city who, by denying them their apartments, deny their existence too. But Smile and Glady face every day as it comes with grace, humor and positivity, turning their anger and frustrations into songs, dances, plays and works of art that supply them with the hope to live.

About the Director:
Leena Manimekalai is a multple award winning flm-maker with ttles like Goddesses (2008), Sengadal (2011), White Van Stories (2015).

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