This non-stereotypical portrayal of two flawed women is one of 2024's best films

Shuchi Talati's debut film, "Girls Will Be Girls," explores the complex mother-daughter relationship between Mira and Anila amidst a backdrop of teenage romance and societal expectations at an Indian boarding school. The film's realistic portrayal of harassment and female solidarity has garnered international acclaim, including awards at Sundance and MAMI, and nominations for the Film Independent Spirit Awards.