Short film Retake, written and directed by actor Shweta Basu Prasad, will have its American premiere at the New York Indian Film Festival, production banner Applause Entertainment announced on Tuesday.
The short film tells the story of a 60-year-old artist who attends the funeral of his mentor and meets his former lover and friend, leading him to question his life choices and artistic pursuits.
It will be screened on May 13 in the 'Shorts A (Narrative) category at theatre Village East by Angelika, New York. The short explores themes of love, loss, and contemplation.
Retake features veteran actor Anupam Kher, Zarina Wahab, and Danish Husain on the cast.
Aarti Bajaj, whose latest credit is the popular Prime Video series Jubliee, is the editor of the short film and Oscar winner Resul Pookutty has served as the sound designer.
Ram Sampath is the music composer.
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