'“Silent Solidarity” and Portraying Sexual Violence on Screen: Jayisha Patel on Her TIFF Short Circle. London-based director Jayisha Patel has amassed an impressive resume in a remarkably short period of time. Since 2014 Patel’s documentary shorts have screened LAFF, SXSW, NYFF, the Berlin International Film Festival and beyond, racking up numerous awards along the way.'

‘A documentary standout… Patel’s Circle captures a solemnly beautiful rural area in moments of ominous calm…(and) provides a mute backdrop for a story of inter-generational exploitation and oppression that is all the more affecting and anger-provoking for being handled in such a matter-of-fact, low-key way.

‘Luminously shot and elegantly framed… A passionate and poignant film.’

‘Crafted as a minimalist narrative film, Circle goes beyond a straightforward portrait of a rape victim. ’

Interview with Director Jayisha Patel

Interview with Director Jayisha Patel