Joyland is a queer land - with Saim SADIQ
Episode description
🇵🇰 Today on @jins_podast, join me in welcoming Pakistani filmmaker Saim Sadiq who gained international acclaim with his short film "Darling," which won the Orizzonti Award for Best Short Film at the Venice International Film Festival.
🏳️⚧️ His feature debut, "Joyland," made history as Pakistan's first film screened at the Cannes Film Festival, winning the Jury Prize. The film's exploration of transgender identity and societal taboos has stirred significant discussion and controversy in Pakistan. From facing a ban to becoming a subject of national debate, the movie highlights the evolving conversation around gender and sexual identities in Pakistan. It showcases how cinema can be a powerful medium for challenging stereotypes and fostering empathy.
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