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Grandma Nai Who Played Favorites
Directed by Chheangkea2025Cambodia/France/USA19 mins
During her chaotic family’s Qingming visit, dead Grandma Nai sneaks away from her peaceful afterlife after overhearing that her queer grandson is about to get engaged to a woman. Grandma Nai Who Played Favorites won the Short Film Jury Award for International Fiction at this year's Sundance Film Festival.
'Grandma Nai Who Played Favorites' is screening in:
It’s a Family Affair
This program looks at the relationships we have with our families and with ourselves. From self-love to the love of your deceased grandma, this collection of shorts will have you in your feels.
Expected Guests
Chheangkea
Director
This film is a recipient of a Frameline Completion Fund grant.
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Original Language Title
ចៅសំណព្វចិត្ត
Director
Chheangkea
Year
2025
Country
Cambodia, France, USA
Running Time
19 mins
Language
Khmer
Cast/Participants
Bonrotanak Rith, Saroeun Nay, Sokun Theary Ty, Phalla Im, Chansophorn “Rose” Buth, Ponleu Chab, Naryroth Say, Sophat Peov, Bophal Meas
Section
Frameline Completion Fund