City Lights presents Gurinder Chadha’s Bend It Like Beckham + pre-recorded introduction by actress Pooja Shah.
Bend It Like Beckham is a timeless coming-of-age comedy about following your dreams, defying stereotypes and rebelling against your parents, that kicked off the careers of Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley.
Jess Bhamra, a British Indian teen, has one dream: to be a professional footballer. But her strict, traditional parents are pushing her towards a life of study and marriage. When she meets Jules, the two form a powerful bond over their shared love of the game. As Jess steps into a new world of possibilities, she must find a way to honor both her heritage and her passion.
Contains racist and homophobic attitudes and language.
