Join us for an up-lifting, inspiring story of perseverance with the beautiful family film, Chuskit!
Synopsis:
Sprightly Chuskit’s dream of going to school is cut short when she is rendered a paraplegic after an accident. She’s confined to life indoors in the company of her strict grandfather, Dorje. Chuskit continues to harbor hopes of school but Dorje tries to make her understand that school can’t handle her needs. As life at home gets harder, her battle with her grandfather exacerbates. Caught in between their struggle are Chuskit’s parents and her enterprising brother who want to respect the old world views that Dorje represents, but also want to keep Chuskit’s spirit alive. Chuskit will have to get her grandfather to yield or she will have to accept the reality he has chosen for her.
“Chuskit is a story of triumph over adversity. It captures the pathos of life when lived with imposed limitations as well as the exhilaration that comes when those limitations are transcended.” – Freida Pino Actress (Slumdog Millionaire)
Following the screening, join us for a short reception in the 2nd floor Ondaatje Room, as we celebrate the installation of an accessible lift to the 2nd floor, funded through a grant from RBC! All are welcome!
Watch the trailer for Chuskit