Ponchik

Directed by Natalie Shirinian

The film delves into the life of a 30-year-old first-generation Armenian American residing in the neighbourhood of Little Armenia, Los Angeles, with her immigrant parents. Over the course of the film, our protagonist grapples with the intricate interplay between her traditional Armenian heritage, her familial ties, and her own authentic identity. Tensions rise as she finds herself at odds with her mother. As the story unfolds, viewers are drawn into the world of creativity and introspection, witnessing the journey towards self-realisation and fulfilment of aspirations, all while navigating the intricate dynamics of the mother-daughter relationship.