Lights for Gita (2001)
This animated short, based on the book by Rachna Gilmore, is the story of Gita, an 8-year-old girl who can't wait to celebrate Divali - the Hindu festival of lights - in her new home in Canada. But it's nothing like New Delhi, where she comes from. The weather is cold and grey and a terrible ice storm cuts off the power, ruining her plans for a party. Obviously, a Divali celebration now is impossible. Or is it? As Gita experiences the glittering beauty of the icy streets outside, the traditional festival of lights comes alive in a sparkling new way.
Director: Michel Vo
Genre: Animation, Family
Runtime: 7 min
Release Date: January 1, 2001
Cast
- Ivan Smith - Narrator
- Shalini Singh - Gita
- Ken Fernández - Father
- Majella Castellano - Mother
- Rosalind Garland - Amy
Screenplay
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
tradition, migration, children's book
More Films by Director: Michel Vo
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Lights for Gita about?
- This animated short, based on the book by Rachna Gilmore, is the story of Gita, an 8-year-old girl who can't wait to celebrate Divali - the Hindu festival of lights - in her new home in Canada. But it's nothing like New Delhi, where she comes from. The weather is cold and grey and a terrible ice storm cuts off the power, ruining her plans for a party. Obviously, a Divali celebration now is impossible. Or is it? As Gita experiences the glittering beauty of the icy streets outside, the traditional festival of lights comes alive in a sparkling new way.
- Who directed Lights for Gita?
- Lights for Gita was directed by Michel Vo.
- Who stars in Lights for Gita?
- Lights for Gita stars Ivan Smith, Shalini Singh, Ken Fernández, Majella Castellano, Rosalind Garland.
- How long is Lights for Gita?
- Lights for Gita has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
- What genre is Lights for Gita?
- Lights for Gita is a Animation, Family film.
- Where was Lights for Gita produced?
- Lights for Gita was produced in Canada.