MUMBAI — The Red
Lorry Film Festival is set to showcase some of the most groundbreaking films,
with a special spotlight on MUBI's remarkable selections, including the Academy
Award nominees "Emilia Perez" and "The Girl" with the
Needle, along with the Golden Globe-nominated "Queer."
The festival, curated by BookMyShow, will be held in Mumbai
and Hyderabad from March 21 to 23. "Emilia Perez" has already made
waves with 13 nominations at the 2025 Academy Awards, while "The Girl with
the Needle" is in the running for Best Feature. Additionally,
"Queer" has earned a prestigious Golden Globe nomination for Best
Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama. These powerful films
will take center stage at the festival, highlighting extraordinary performances
and storytelling.
Among the standout selections is another thought-provoking
title - Luca Guadagnino’s ‘Queer’, a historical romance drama set in 1940s
Mexico City, starring Daniel Craig, nominated for Golden Globe’s Best
Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama. Known for his
evocative storytelling in ‘Call Me by Your Name’ and ‘Challengers’, Guadagnino
brings his signature intensity and artistry to this adaptation of William S.
Burroughs' novel. Praised for its raw emotional depth and fearless narrative,
‘Queer’ promises to be an unforgettable exploration of love, desire and
self-destruction.
Ashish Saksena, COO—Cinemas, BookMyShow, said, “We are
always looking to bring the best of global cinema to Indian audiences and our
collaboration with MUBI to screen critically acclaimed titles like ‘Emilia
Perez’, ‘The Girl with the Needle’ and ‘Queer’ is a testament to that vision.
This showcase celebrates bold storytelling, artistic excellence and diverse
narratives that push the boundaries of cinema. We are excited to offer
cinephiles a chance to experience these powerful films on the big screen.”
This year's panel will be led by filmmaker Vikramaditya
Motwane, with celebrated director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari also joining the esteemed
group. They will be accompanied by writer-director Atul Sabharwal, famed for
his work on "Berlin," "Aurangzeb," "Class of 83,"
and the screenplay for "Jubilee."
