In rural Kerala, two young girls, Delilah and Kiran, discover new feelings growing out of their long-time friendship. Their changing relationship goads neighbors to gossip, and Delilah's family flies into a panic, quickly planning an arranged marriage for her. Kiran must fight back as she comes to terms with her own sexual identity. The fate of their love is left in Delilah's hands.

The Journey is Chicago-based director Ligy Pullappally's first feature film. Also a lawyer, Ligy has received awards in both film directing and for her work in law and women's issues.

• The Chicago Award for Best Film, 40th Chicago International Film Festival
• India's Best Debut Director, The Lankesh Award 2005, Bangalore, India
• Special Jury Prize, John Abraham Award, Kerala, India

"Pullappally brings a rural love story to the international silver screen in an authentic and raw style." - Rita Meher, ISAFF Festival Director

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 Beautiful, Real, Inspirational - September 18, 2005
   Reviewer: Kuldeep Misri
The best thing about this movie is the gradual, realistic discovery of the protagonists' lesbianism. What surprised me the most was the relatively moderate denial of homosexuality per se, which makes me wonder if this is not an entirely uncommon occurence even in conservative south India.

 A must see for anyone who cares about genuine love! - September 16, 2005
   Reviewer: Neelu Bhuman
Ligy P. has done an excellent job of portraying genuine lesbian love in rural India. The movie is authentic! The hopeful ending was my favorite part.

 The Journey - recommended - September 14, 2005
   Reviewer: Nancy Emery
I saw this at SIFF, it was well-acted and moving. A story of love under siege from extreme social pressure, but not a despairing movie, because of at least one character's courage and integrity.

Program sponsored by Trikone-NW and Three Dollar Bill Cinema

Filmmaker Ligy Pullappally will be present for discussion.