By Design
Synopsis
Lean and Sonali, a lesbian couple married for nine years, are ready to take the next step: having a child. They’ve long discussed whose body will carry the baby, whose egg to use, and have just chosen a donor who seems like every Asian parent’s dream. As they prepare to share the exciting news at a family gathering, the unthinkable happens—one of them suddenly changes her mind, putting their carefully laid plans and their relationship to the test.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Moitri Ghosh
- Screenplay & Story
- Moitri Ghosh
- Original Title
- By Design
- Spoken Languages
- Bengali, English
- Runtime
- 14m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
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Frequently Asked Questions About By Design
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What is By Design about?
Lean and Sonali, a lesbian couple married for nine years, are ready to take the next step: having a child. They’ve long discussed whose body will carry the baby, whose egg to use, and have just chosen a donor who seems like every Asian parent’s dream. As they prepare to share the exciting news at a family gathering, the unthinkable happens—one of them suddenly changes her mind, putting their carefully laid plans and their relationship to the test.
Who directed By Design?
By Design was directed by Moitri Ghosh.
Who stars in By Design?
The principal cast of By Design includes Hannah Joo, Tanya Thomas, Raisa D'Oyley, Shawn Jain, Krishna Sistla Ward.
When was By Design released and how long is it?
By Design was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 14m.