
Lights for Gita (2001)
0h 7m | PG-13
This animated short, based on the book by Rachna Gilmore, is the story of Gita, an 8-year-old girl who can't wait to celebrate Divali - the Hindu festival of lights - in her new home in Canada. But it's nothing like New Delhi, where she comes from. The weather is cold and grey and a terrible ice storm cuts off the power, ruining her plans for a party. Obviously, a Divali celebration now is impossible. Or is it? As Gita experiences the glittering beauty of the icy streets outside, the traditional festival of lights comes alive in a sparkling new way.
Director: Michel Vo
Studio: ONF | NFB
Genre: Animation, Family
Video: 720p
Cast

Ivan Smith
as Narrator

Shalini Singh
as Gita

Ken Fernández
as Father

Majella Castellano
as Mother

Rosalind Garland
as Amy