Shobna Gulati Britain

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Akshay

A 13-year-old boy rationalises his place within the changing landscape of England.

LOWMEDHIGH

In Sanskrit Akshay means 'to aim towards'. This film looks through the eyes of a 13 year old boy at the changing iconic, rural, industrial and urban landscapes of England in 2008. He turns 360 degrees in the exploration of his own identity and heritage, aiming towards a discovery of his personal truth.

Writing & Direction:
Shobna Gulati
 
Photography, Edit & Sound:
Sam Rowland
 
Producer:
Jolyon Rubinstein
 
Executive Producer:
Tinge Krishnan
 
Perfomer:
Akshay Gulati
 

Shobna Gulati



Shobna Gulati
© Rachel Joseph
Shobna is an actor, writer, dancer and choreographer. She is committed to lifelong learning as part of her everyday experiences. She continues to generate fresh ideas, creativity and to consolidate the last 21 years of performance. She has worked extensively in theatre, dance, on television and on film. It is in the spirit of this, the 360° commission, and her film Akshay, that she has been able to begin a new journey 'behind the camera' and to renew and work on established collaborations with motiroti and with Disruptive Element films.