Red Lorry Film Festival 2025 unveils the first slate of international titles

Following its highly successful inaugural run Red Lorry Film Festival the countryrsquos premiere international film festival curated by BookMyShow Indiarsquos leading entertainment destination is set to mesmerise cinephiles once more This yearrsquos festival lineup promises a breathtaking exploration of world cinema with Red Lorry Film Festival Take 2 in Mumbai and an exciting debut chapter Red Lorry Film Festival Parallel Verse in one of Indiarsquos most movie loving cities HyderabadThe second edition of Red Lorry Film Festival is brought to you by BookAChange by BookMyShow Foundation empowering emerging artists through the transformative power of cinemaScheduled from March 21st to 23rd 2025 in Mumbai and Hyderabad offering audiences a window into the vibrant diversity of global cinema with over 120 titles including critically acclaimed films across languages genres and cultures the festival remains steadfast in its commitment to cinematic excellence As the international festival expands its cinematic universe cinephiles can now purchase their passes exclusively on BookMyShow starting at just Rs 750Red Lorry Film Festival will unveil a stellar lineup of cinematic masterpieces in collaboration with renowned global studios and production powerhouses such as Warner Bros Sony Pictures NBC Universal PVR Pictures Lionsgate Filmax mk2 Film Factory Latido Films Blue Finch Entertainment Global Screen Charades Les Films Du Losange alief SAS IndieSales Vision Distribution Pyramide Productions Memento Films Film Constellation The Party Film Sales Protagonist Pictures Cercamon Cinephil Visit Films One Tree Entertainment Incredible Film Go2Films among others for this edition Films you can watch at the Red Lorry Film FestivalThe first slate of titles at Red Lorry Film Festival will showcase an impressive lineup of globally celebrated films including an array of thrillers dramas comedies horror scifi documentaries and more promising a unique cinematic journeyLeading the pack are the two recently announced Academy Award shortlisted titles lsquoUniversal Languagersquo for the lsquoBest International Feature Filmrsquo an absurdist comedydrama film where in a mysterious and surreal interzone somewhere between Tehran and Winnipeg multiple lives interweave in surprising and mysterious ways and lsquoHollywoodgatersquo shortlisted in the lsquoDocumentary Feature Filmrsquo category from the awardwinning producers of Navalny that provides an intense ontheground look at post2021 Talibanruled Kabul merging documentary filmmaking with urgent realworld stakeslsquoThis Time Next Yearrsquo is a heartwarming English romcom drama that weaves humour and tenderness as it shadows a rekindled friendship and serendipitous chance at love lsquoTo Die Alonersquo a powerful LGBTQ story of love and isolation earned the Audience Award at SF Indie Fest 2024 lsquoFailurersquo a MexicanAmerican crime comedy film follows James who has a big debt with the bank and is given one hour to choose between financial ruin or murder in order to protect his familyOn the documentary front lsquo999 The Forgotten Girlsrsquo winner of the Audience Award at the Miami Jewish Film Festival sheds light on a harrowing chapter of history telling forgotten stories as 999 Jewish girls are secretly deported on the first Jewish transport to Auschwitz ordered to register for government work service as volunteers lsquoIrsquom Nevenkarsquo screened at BFI London Film Festival centers on true happenings of Nevenka Fernaacutendez a young woman in 1990s Spain who courageously reported sexual harassment by her employer marking a turning point in the history of Spain and signalling a change in the legal system across the worldThe festival will also feature lsquoMomrsquo delving into the psychological horror genre following a mother who must confront her dark buried past in an acclaimed chilling and suspenseful tale In contrast lsquoWhen The Light Breaksrsquo the opening film for the Un Certain Regard selection of the 2024 Cannes Film Festival depicts a long summers day in Iceland from one sunset to another as Una a young art student encounters love friendship sorrow and beauty After creating buzz at San Sebastian International Film Festival lsquoFilmloversrsquo a French autofiction essay film divided into different chapters that discuss the spectacular nature of cinema as memories fiction and discoveries intertwineAbout the film festivalCommenting on this Ashish Saksena COO ndash Cinemas BookMyShow said The success of the inaugural Red Lorry Film Festival has reinforced our belief in the growing demand for world cinema among Indian audiences fuelling their excitement to enjoy quality films on the big screen For our second edition wersquove curated a powerful lineup of films that push the boundaries of storytelling exploring themes of love loss identity and survival As we expand to Hyderabad and continue to receive love in Mumbai our goal is to create unforgettable cinematic experiences that showcase the transformative power of storytelling We remain committed to connecting audiences with the magic of cinema in its most impactful formThis year Red Lorry Film Festival is gearing up to make an even bigger splash with the launch of an allnew competition segment Honouring exceptional talent and films across various categories these awards will shine a spotlight on the most outstanding achievements in film Calling all filmmakers This is your moment to shine donrsquot miss the chance to showcase your artistry and vie for top honours Unleash your cinematic genius and make your mark in the world of films Head to the lsquoSubmit your filmrsquo section on the website for the detailed submission process The final deadline to submit your masterpiece is January 7th 2025Donrsquot miss out on the chance to revel in the best of global cinema get your tickets mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable cinematic journey