A Tiger Tale, Therefore(2023)

Storyline

Two migrant workers from different regions of India speak different languages. They end up in a strange job together where they must dress up and act like tigers.

“Two strangers. One tiger suit. No common language.”

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

• The film was shot in the remote forests of Uttarakhand, using only natural light to create a raw, authentic feel.
• Both lead actors had to learn basic words in each other's native languages to make their communication on screen more realistic.
• The tiger costumes were handmade by a small workshop in Mumbai, taking over three weeks to design and stitch.
• Director Abhradeep Ganguli drew inspiration from real news reports about migrant workers in unusual jobs across India.
• The film had a very limited theatrical release, premiering mainly at film festivals before streaming.
• A local folk song from Odisha was adapted for a key scene to reflect one character's cultural background.
• The entire movie was filmed in sequence, which is rare, to help the actors grow into their roles gradually.