S1E26 Maya Bastian: Tamil Roots, Rebel Spirit, and Cinematic Truths
S1E26 Maya Bastian: Tamil Roots, Rebel Spirit, and Cinematic TruthsUpdate: 2023-12-18
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Today's episode is with Maya Bastian, an award-winning Tamil Canadian filmmaker. In this episode, Maya shares her profound journey of self-discovery, cultural identity, and creative expression.
Key Insights:
- Embracing Tamil Identity: Maya discusses her initial rejection of her Tamil heritage and her transformative journey towards embracing and understanding .
- Legacy of Conflict: She opens up about the impact of the Tamil Eelam struggle on her family and her work, driving her to tell stories that reflect this history.
- Rebellion and Resilience: Maya reflects on her rebellious youth, influenced by the Tamil spirit of resilience and the familial trauma.
- Storytelling as Vindication: She talks about the importance of telling the stories of her ancestors and the Tamil community, seeing it as a duty to vindicate their experiences of trauma and oppression.
- Filmmaker as a Truth Teller: Maya emphasizes the role of filmmakers in challenging popular narratives and revealing the truths found within communities, especially those with backgrounds of trauma like hers.
You can learn more about Maya here:
www.instagram.com/mayabasti
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