AUSTIN PREMIERE followed by Q&A with filmmakers in attendance

Samyuktha Vijayan does it all in Blue Sunshine, a film she wrote, directed, produced, and starred in; a magnificent feat for anyone, but especially for their feature debut. Blue Sunshine follows Aravind (Vijayan) as they make the bold decision to come into their own and transition from male to female in rural India. Honest, poignant, and full of heart, Vijayan takes us on a meaningful journey loosely inspired by her own story. - Neha Aziz, Artistic Director

Preceded by short film Fish Boy.

*Centerpiece film Red Carpet to precede screening from 6:30-7:30pm. Centerpiece Party at St. John Studios following screening for all attendees

6/27 UPDATE: BADGES ARE SOLD OUT AND PRE-SALE ONLINE TICKETS HAVE ENDED. RUSH TICKETS MAY BE AVAILABLE. Arrive at VENUE up to 1 hour before to join the RUSH LIST. After we seat badge, pass, and pre-sale tickets, we will count remaining seats to sell to rush list in order.

DIRECTOR/WRITER/PRODUCER: Samyuktha Vijayan

CAST: Samyuktha Vijayan, Haritha, Geetha Kailasam, Gajaraj, Masanth Natarajan, Manimegalai

LENGTH: 1 hour 38 minutes

LANGUAGES:  Tamil with English subtitles

COUNTRY: India

GENRE: Narrative Feature

ACCOLADES / FESTIVALS
Winner - Best Feature Jury Award - Tasveer South Asian Film Festival - Oct 2023;
Official Selection - International Film Festival of India - Nov 2023;
Official Selection - Glasgow Film Festival - March 2024;

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