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The Journey (Sancharram) India/2004/107 min/35mm 
Director: Ligy J. Pullappally Kiran and Delilah meet as young girls when Kiran's family returns to their ancestral home. The two form an instant friendship that continues into adolescence despite their divergent personalities. During an all-night study session, Kiran realizes that her feelings for Delilah have taken a new and unfamiliar turn. Unable to express herself openly, Kiran becomes Cyrano to local boy, Rajan, as he attempts to woo Delilah for himself. Delilah soon discovers the source of Rajan's inspired words and reciprocates Kiran's love. Their relationship flourishes in secret until a jealous Rajan tips off their parents. Swift action is taken to arrange a marriage for Delilah as Kiran tries desperately to find an avenue to happiness. Chicago filmmaker Ligy J. Pullappally approaches territory rarely navigated in Indian film and in doing so delivers a sensitively drawn love story. The Journey has been honored with the Chicago Award from the Chicago International Film Festival, The Lankesh Award for India's Best Debut Director and the John Abraham Special Jury Award for Best Malayalam Feature Film. Malayalam (English subtitles) Q&A with director, Ligy J. Pullappaly
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