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Rhythm of Dammam
Screening & Live Q&A with Filmmaker Jayan Cherian
December 7, 2025 | AFS Cinema | Austin, TX
In Uttara Kannada, India, Jayaram Siddi, a twelve-year-old boy, is believed to be possessed by the spirit of his late grandfather, Rama Bantu Siddi. He escapes into a dream world, using 'magical' instruments from his grandfather to connect with his ancestors. However, he becomes overwhelmed by the agonizing history of his ancestors' chattel slavery, losing touch with reality.
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Since 2013, the Indie Meme Film Festival has been championing bold, authentic storytelling from South Asia, connecting filmmakers with engaged, passionate audiences in Austin, Texas.
We curate films that move, challenge, and inspire—spanning social dramas, family sagas, comedies, documentaries, genre films, and experimental shorts. If your project tells a story rooted in the South Asian experience or perspective, we want to see it.
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April 22 - 26, 2026 | AFS Cinema | Austin, TX
Immerse yourself in the boldest, most thought-provoking independent South Asian films, all on the big screen! Experience exclusive in-person screenings, engaging Q&As, vibrant mixers, and unforgettable filmmaker events.
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Dec 07, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PMAFS Cinema, 6259 Middle Fiskville Rd, Austin, TX 78752, USAIn Uttara Kannada, India, Jayaram Siddi, a twelve-year-old boy, is believed to be possessed by the spirit of his late grandfather. He escapes into a dream world and becomes overwhelmed by the agonizing history of his ancestors.
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