Sisters

Sept 14, 2024
5:45 PM

Location
International Village

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British Columbia premiere

Director

Susie Yankou

Country

United States, Canada

Year

2024

Runtime

88 min

Languages

English, Persian

Singer-songwriter Lou (Susie Yankou) and stand-up comedian Esther (Sarah Khasrovi) are inseparable best friends. They share everything from inside jokes to a deep curiosity about what it would be like to have a sister. Their codependent bliss is shattered when Lou’s father unexpectedly passes away, and Priya (Kausar Mohammed), a long-lost, very stylish half-sister, shows up to his funeral. As Lou explores her relationship with Priya, the newfound connection disrupts her bond with Esther and creates a growing rift. Facing the potential loss of her closest friend, Lou must navigate this complex new dynamic and redefine what family truly means. This entertaining and heartfelt film delves into friendship, family, and the challenges of change, examining the ties that bind and the courage we need to embrace the unknown. The on-screen chemistry between Khasrovi, Mohammed and Canadian writer-director Yankou is exceptional, making their onscreen dynamic among the standout performances of the year.

ARTIST BIO
Susie Yankou

Susie Yankou is a Toronto-born, LA-based queer writer/director. Her debut feature Sisters world premiered at Inside Out, where it received the Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature. Her development credits include a teen comedy with Belletrist TV/Marlene King and a YA series with Moonshot Entertainment/Bryan Cranston.

CREDITS
Cast
Susie Yankou,
Sarah Khasrovi,
Kausar Mohammed,
Peter Banifaz,
Shila Ommi,
Anna Garcia,
Jacquis Neal
Writer
Susie Yankou
Producer
Susie Yankou,
Sarah Khasrovi,
Katie Sue Escher,
Riley Scott