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Aria, a Black Austrian & new mother, attends a lavish garden party at her white partner's family. Confronted with the unsettling world of old money & microaggressions, she battles to find her place & build her own new family while grappling with the old.

Director: Anouk Shad

Writer, producer, and entrepreneur focused on crafting powerful stories that inspire global audiences. Anouk Shad has been co-responsible for productions such as The Academy, the award-shortlisted documentary The Ivory Game and the sci-fi film MindGamers starring Sam Neill and Tom Payne. She worked closely with Netflix, Universal, and Warner Bros. and has an M.A. in Theatre, Film, and Media Studies. She co-founded Gewächshaus, a platform that champions BIPOC filmmakers in the DACH region.

 

Producer: Melody Micmacher

Melody Micmacher is a French producer of Moroccan origins. Moving to London at 17, she nurtured her passion for film while studying at Central Saint Martins. Following her academic journey, Melody Micmacher gained years of experience as a producer within esteemed production houses. In recent years, she’s embarked on a freelance career. With an unwavering dedication to her craft, Melody Micmacher’s aspirations stand as a driving influence in the realm of film, advocating for diversity and amplifying the resonance of untold stories.