By Christopher Vourlias. Set in working-class Yangon, the film tells the story of a young woman, San, who feels inexplicably drawn to her outspoken and confident co-worker, Theint. As the two grow closer, San is unable to recognize or understand her desires, until the practical realities of life in Myanmar intervene, painfully drawing the two women apart.
Currently in development, the film is expected to shoot in the fall of Born and raised in Myanmar, Phyoe moved to Singapore to pursue his schooling at the age of When he returned to his home country as a young adult, he found himself exploring the capital as if he were seeing it for the first time. Riding the commuter rail one day, he noticed a solitary young woman crossing the tracks toward a nearby housing complex and was struck by the sadness on her face.
Popular on Variety. As the seeds of a story took hold, the director tapped into his memories of life as an only child, recalling the loneliness and alienation he felt, as well as the deep attachments he forged with others.
This process of transformation that I was trying to tell is also the sadness that I think I find in [San]. While same-sex relationships are illegal in Myanmar, Phyoe said homosexuality is accepted in many corners of society, and are even depicted frequently on screen. Home Film Global. Aug 6, am PT. By Christopher Vourlias Plus Icon. Related Stories. Read More About: Open Doors. Jump to Comments. More From Our Brands.
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