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Another short film that is up for Oscar consideration is the upcoming live action Bittu by Indian filmmaker Karishma Dev Dube.
Based on a true story it tells the tale of the close friendship between two girls is eclipsed by an accidental poisoning at school. Set in a forgotten Himalayan community, this film follows eight-year-old BITTU. Unlike most girls in her village, Bittu is a streetwise charmer with a brilliantly foul tongue.
Chand is Bittu’s best friend and young protégé; Polar opposites but always a team- they play, steal, fight and hustle together – reciting dirty jokes for quick money in crowded bus stops. The natural performer Bittu excels at all things street level.