Story
Shalin Shah, an ambitious USC graduate, leaves behind his loving Indian American family and devoted girlfriend, Fiona, to pursue his dream of making a difference as a Peace Corps volunteer. However, his life takes a devastating turn when a check-up for a lingering cough reveals a shocking diagnosis: a rare and aggressive form of cancer. Forced to return home and undergo treatment, Shalin confronts the fundamental question: what
is the true meaning of life when faced with limited time? Based on a true story, PAPER FLOWERS is a poignant and inspirational journey of love, loss, and hope. It serves as a roadmap to cherish the moments we have and to remember to stop and enjoy every sunset. Based on a true story.
IN A NUTSHELL “Fault in Our Stars” meets “The Big Sick.”
GENRE: Inspirational. Young Adult. Drama.
RUNTIME: 100 minutes.
FROM: USA
AWARDS
"The Social Impact & Vision" - The Ojai Film Fest
"Best of Fest" - Palm Springs Int FF
"Best Film" - Chandler Film Fest
"Independent Spirit" - Sedona Film Fest
"Best Actor" - SAIFF, Tampa
"Best Film" - Rung Film Fest, Houston
"Audience Award" - San Luis Obispo FF
THE MAKERS
DIRECTOR:
Mahesh Pailoor
PRODUCER:
Asit Vyas
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:
Asit & Mita Vyas, Santosh Govindaraju
CINEMATOGRAPHER:
Aakash Raj
WRITERS:
Mary Krell-Oishi, Mahesh Pailoor
PRODUCTION DESIGNER:
Carlee Wyman
EDITOR:
Cary Lin
COSTUME DESIGNERS:
AMANDA Massi, Taj Jackson
CO-PRODUCER:
Brandon Miree
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER:
Naman Gupta
COMPOSER:
Kristin Øhrn Dyrud
CASTING DIRECTOR:
Emily Schweber CSA