Nani's Kitchen
Synopsis
A dramatic short film about identity, truth, and liberation in the face of loss. After her husband’s death, Nani—a recently widowed Indo-Caribbean matriarch—embraces newfound freedom in her solitude, only to be interrupted by an unexpected lunch with her daughter and grandchildren. When confronted about her late husband’s affair, Nani chooses to protect his truth: he was queer. Her response reveals a complex love and a deep understanding of human frailty. Standing firm in her choices, Nani redefines strength and dignity, embodying a new kind of hero—an immigrant elder dancing into her next chapter while carrying both grief and joy.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephanie Sonny Hooker
- Screenplay & Story
- Stephanie Sonny Hooker
- Original Title
- Nani's Kitchen
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
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What is Nani's Kitchen about?
A dramatic short film about identity, truth, and liberation in the face of loss. After her husband’s death, Nani—a recently widowed Indo-Caribbean matriarch—embraces newfound freedom in her solitude, only to be interrupted by an unexpected lunch with her daughter and grandchildren. When confronted about her late husband’s affair, Nani chooses to protect his truth: he was queer. Her response reveals a complex love and a deep understanding of human frailty. Standing firm in her choices, Nani redefines strength and dignity, embodying a new kind of hero—an immigrant elder dancing into her next chapter while carrying both grief and joy.
Who directed Nani's Kitchen?
Nani's Kitchen was directed by Stephanie Sonny Hooker.
Who stars in Nani's Kitchen?
The principal cast of Nani's Kitchen includes Leela Sithal, Nadine Bhabha, Nylan Parthipan, Zayne Mohotoo, Chelsea Bujan.
When was Nani's Kitchen released and how long is it?
Nani's Kitchen was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 10m.