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The Queen of My Dreams
Soulful story of the love and war between a queer woman and her mother, spanning across decades and continents.
Director: Fawzia Mirza
Overview
Canada, 1999. Free-spirited Azra must return to Pakistan in the wake of tragedy to tackle stifling traditions and a tense relationship with Mariam, her mother. Karachi, 1969. Mariam is an ambitious young woman with big plans. In this vibrant, Bollywood-infused film, Fawzia Mirza deftly intertwines the intergenerational dreams of a mother and daughter who are both trying to find their place in the world.
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