‘The synergy between the filmmaker and subject is palpable, reflecting a deep investment of time and care. The film strikes a remarkable balance between exploring serious issues like trans violence while celebrating trans joy, offering a refreshing departure from the typical tragic endings often associated with trans stories. It illustrates that a single moment can spark a significant change, creating a powerful movement.‘

‘Tamil Nadu’s first legally-registered trans marriage takes center stage in director Shiva Krish’s documentary short “Amma’s Pride,” the sole LGBTQ+ selection at this year’s International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.‘

‘She isn’t an activist fighting inner prejudice, nor a character grappling with societal expectations. She’s simply a mother, her heart beating instinctively for her child. Isn’t that, after all, the truest antidote to systemic hate—the simple, unshakeable love of a parent?‘

‘For its tender, complex portrayal of identity and family in a story about what it means to love and be loved in a fractured world.‘

‘Unflinching Parental Love that Moves Mountains‘

‘AMMA’S PRIDE is a great example of how queer and trans people can succeed if they are given uncompromisable affection.‘

‘My mum in India was willing to lose everything to support my trans identity‘