Project Detail

Sixth Happiness (aka Trying to Grow)

Synopsis

A vivid and enthralling account of one man's journey to love, sex and independence. Recounted with wry humour and poignancy, the story follows Brit, a young boy with brittle bones which restrict his growth, among his colourful Parsee family in Bombay. Eccentric anglophile Sera is undaunted by her son's condition, whereas Sam, his dashing father, struggles to come to terms with imperfection. Along with his unconventional sister Dolly, a true ally, Brit is at the centre of a host of vibrant characters. Based on his acclaimed autobiographical novel, Firdaus Kanga makes his acting debut as Brit.

Details

Year: 1998
Type of film: Features
Running time: 97 mins
Format: 35mm
Director: Waris Hussein
Producer: Tatiana Kennedy
Director of Photography: James Welland
Principal cast: Firdaus Kanga, Souad Faress and Khodus Wadia
Screen Writer: Firdaus Kanga

Genre

LGBTQIA+ Asian Drama

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Kennedy Mellor Ltd 20 Upper Park Road Belsize Park London NW3 Tel: 020 7483 3241 Fax: 020 7586 5388

Sales Company

BFI Films 21 Stephen Street London W1P 1PL Tel: 020 7255 1444 Fax: 020 7580 5830 E Mail: andrea.klein@bfi.org.uk

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