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A gentle, yet tragic portrait of a working-class poet, pit against a backdrop of mounting prejudice and bigotry in suburban India. Be among the first in the region to watch Tamil filmmaker Arun Karthick’s sophomore feature, this February.

Read an interview with director Arun Karthick about the film

Original Title: நசீர்
Directed by: Arun Karthick
Runtime: 78 minutes
Country: India, The Netherlands, Singapore
Language: Tamil with English subtitles
Rating: M18

Awards

NETPAC AWARD
International Film Festival Rotterdam 2020

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Showtimes

Friday, 12 February, 8pm
Sunday, 21 February, 2pm
Friday, 26 February, 8pm
Sunday, 28 February, 5pm

Please scroll below and select on your preferred date to book your tickets. For assistance, please contact us at ticketing@asianfilmarchive.org

Oldham Theatre’s opening hours

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Important Notice:

Do note that Oldham Theatre does not play ads and screenings will start promptly. Be a courteous moviegoer by arriving early so as not to disrupt the screenings. All patrons are encouraged to purchase your tickets online to be able to secure a seat. Seats are limited due to social distancing regulations. If you choose to purchase tickets or merchandise at Oldham Theatre’s box office, NETS payment is preferred.

Measures will be taken to ensure the health and safety of all patrons at Oldham Theatre. This includes wearing a mask at all times for both staff and patrons, temperature taking, TraceTogether logging and observance of social distancing around the theatre. Doors will open 20 minutes before showtime, so ensure you arrive early to register and take your temperature and find a seat.