2026 Immersia: ANU Film Group Fest | Salt Bridge Q&A and Screening

Presented by the ANU Film Group in partnership with Immersia, this special event features an in-conversation session with writer-director Abhijit Deonath, followed by a screening of his acclaimed film Salt Bridge. When Indian migrant Basant relocates his wife and young son to a small Australian town, he hopes to build a peaceful new life. However, tensions emerge within the local diaspora community when he forms an unexpected friendship with an Australian woman. As gossip and social pressures mount, Basant's refusal to conform challenges those around him to confront their own assumptions about culture, identity and belonging. Recognised as Australia's first Hindi-language feature film, Salt Bridge is a thoughtful and moving cross-cultural drama that explores migration, community and the complexities of life between cultures. Filmed across Canberra and regional New South Wales, the film offers a distinctly Australian perspective on belonging and connection. Following the conversation with Deonath, audiences will have the opportunity to experience this nuanced story on the big screen. Please note: If you require accessibility accommodations or a visitor Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan please contact the event organisers. This event may be photographed and recorded. The recorded material may be used to promote future ANU events and programs. By attending the event you are giving us informed consent. If you DO NOT wish to be recorded, please let ANU event staff know on the day. We will be mindful and ensure not to photograph any faces of children present.