This sharp, darkly comic short follows a young British woman who enacts revenge on her cheating boyfriend, only to raise the question, are her actions being subtly influenced by ancient Indian proverbs and superstitions? The film creatively weaves folklore into a modern love story, demonstrating how old wives’ tales reverberate through the lives of contemporary Brits. The cast includes Amita Dhiri, who later became known for her role as Milly Nassim in the 1990s TV drama This Life.
In under a quarter-hour, Kapadia explores cultural transmission, revenge, and the uncanny ways superstition can shape behaviour, bridging generational traditions with sharp wit and insight.
The film earned a Gold Plaque for Best Short Film at the Chicago International Film Festival in 1994, an early accolade showcasing Kapadia’s emerging talent.
