‘Water Lilies’ and the Journey of Identity
A gentle coming of age story, Water Lilies takes its time in exploring what it’s like to be a young girl trying to make sense of her sexuality in a heteronormative world.
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In a world on the brink of chaos, a seemingly ordinary conflict two rival water supply businesses becomes the unexpected catalyst for a potential war, when one begins hiding illicit arrack beneath their water cans. Petty squabbles escalate into violent confrontations as loyalties are tested and betrayals mount.
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In a world on the brink of chaos, a seemingly ordinary conflict two rival water supply businesses becomes the unexpected catalyst for a potential war, when one begins hiding illicit arrack beneath their water cans. Petty squabbles escalate into violent confrontations as loyalties are tested and betrayals mount.
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Genre:Action, Drama
Written By:Jaayavelmurugun
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Runtime:120 minutes
Studio:Yakkai Films
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