SCREEN BANGLA: Barir Naam Shahana

Dive into the vibrant world of Bangla cinema and culture with SCREEN BANGLA, where stories come alive on the big screen! In partnership with London Breeze Film Festival, Soul City Arts and Komola Collective, SCREEN BANGLA presents two films exploring themes of identity, community, resilience and social change, with each screening followed by a post-screening conversation. Barir Naam Shahana: Set in 1990s rural Bangladesh, A House Named Shahana follows Dipa, a spirited young woman who escapes an abusive forced marriage in England. Returning home as a divorcee, she challenges patriarchal traditions and social stigma as she reclaims her independence and forges her own path. Thursday 5th November | 7pm Director: Leesa Gazi Running time: 137 mins | Cert: PG-13 Includes post-screening conversation