
Overview
This animated short, based on the book by Rachna Gilmore, is the story of Gita, an 8-year-old girl who can't wait to celebrate Divali - the Hindu festival of lights - in her new home in Canada. But it's nothing like New Delhi, where she comes from. The weather is cold and grey and a terrible ice storm cuts off the power, ruining her plans for a party. Obviously, a Divali celebration now is impossible. Or is it? As Gita experiences the glittering beauty of the icy streets outside, the traditional festival of lights comes alive in a sparkling new way.
Year 2001
Studio ONF | NFB
Director Michel Vo
Crew Michel Vo (Director), Gregory Houston (Animation), Sheldon Cohen (Consulting Producer), Marie Renaud (Animation Supervisor), Normand Gauthier (Digital Imaging Technician), Sugith Varughese (Writer)
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Language English