Indian Film Festival Of Los Angeles

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Schedule Of Events:

7:15pm - Closing Night: Little Jaffna

French-Tamil Filmmaker Lawrence Valin's Exuberant Debut Feature Is A Poignant Exploration Of Identity And Belonging Within Paris's Tamil Community.

Set In The Lively La Chapelle District, Fondly Known As Little Jaffna, The Film Follows Michael, A Young Police Officer Portrayed By Valin Himself, Who Is Assigned To Infiltrate A Local Tamil Gang. As Michael Delves

Deeper Into The Gang's Operations, He Confronts The Cultural Complexities Of His Dual Identity.

Stylistically, Valin Skillfully Blends Elements Of Western Crime Thrillers With The Vibrant Aesthetics Of South Indian Cinema Capturing The Challenges Faced By Immigrants Striving To Preserve Their Roots And Integrate Into French Society While Also Celebrating The Joy And Resilience Of The Vibrant Tamil Diaspora.

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